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University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO · Public · Large city · Website

Admission rate
97%
Open
Average net price
$14,954
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
46%
Median earnings
$61,386
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a public college in Colorado Springs, CO with 8,697 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants, and admitted students average 1133 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $14,954 per year ($11,513 for families earning under $30,000). 46% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $61,386 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
97%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
13,103
Fall 2023
Admitted
12,653
Fall 2023
Yield
14%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing510–620
200800
SAT Math500–600
200800
ACT Composite20–26
136

What University of Colorado Colorado Springs looks at

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

  • High school recordNot considered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$25,521
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,345
Out-of-state tuition
$24,771

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$11,513
  • $30–48k$11,942
  • $48–75k$11,645
  • $75–110k$13,498
  • $110k+$23,371

Get a personal estimate with University of Colorado Colorado Springs's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
46%
Freshman retention
68%
Median earnings
$61,386
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
8,697
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
33%
  • White59%
  • Hispanic21%
  • Black5%
  • Asian4%

University of Colorado Colorado Springs FAQ

What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's acceptance rate?+

University of Colorado Colorado Springs admits 97% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 510–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 500–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1133.

What ACT score do you need for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–26.

Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Colorado Colorado Springs?+

In Fall 2023, 13,103 students applied to University of Colorado Colorado Springs and 12,653 were admitted; 1,747 enrolled.

Does University of Colorado Colorado Springs consider legacy status?+

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

Does University of Colorado Colorado Springs require an essay?+

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

How much does University of Colorado Colorado Springs cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,521 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,954.

What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's graduation rate?+

46% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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