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Colorado State University Pueblo

Pueblo, CO · Public · Midsize city · Website

Colorado State University Pueblo campus
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Admission rate
95%
Open
Average net price
$8,851
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
42%
Median earnings
$58,700
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Colorado State University Pueblo is a public college in Pueblo, CO with 3,042 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants, and admitted students average 1120 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $8,851 per year ($6,698 for families earning under $30,000). 42% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $58,700 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
95%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,834
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,831
Fall 2023
Yield
37%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

ACT Composite19–26
136

What Colorado State University Pueblo looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$23,079
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,099
Out-of-state tuition
$18,610

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$6,698
  • $30–48k$6,225
  • $48–75k$8,306
  • $75–110k$13,483
  • $110k+$17,276

Get a personal estimate with Colorado State University Pueblo's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
42%
Freshman retention
64%
Median earnings
$58,700
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,307
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,042
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
31%
  • White42%
  • Hispanic39%
  • Black7%
  • Asian2%

Colorado State University Pueblo FAQ

What is Colorado State University Pueblo's acceptance rate?+

Colorado State University Pueblo admits 95% of applicants, which makes it open.

What ACT score do you need for Colorado State University Pueblo?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–26.

Is Colorado State University Pueblo test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Colorado State University Pueblo?+

In Fall 2023, 1,834 students applied to Colorado State University Pueblo and 1,831 were admitted; 678 enrolled.

Does Colorado State University Pueblo consider legacy status?+

No. Colorado State University Pueblo reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Colorado State University Pueblo require an essay?+

Colorado State University Pueblo reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Colorado State University Pueblo cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $23,079 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,851.

What is Colorado State University Pueblo's graduation rate?+

42% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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