University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Public university · Colorado Springs, CO · 8,697 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
97%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1010–1220
ACT (middle 50%)
20–26
Average net price
$14,954
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,521
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
46%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepts about 97 of every 100 applicants (97%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1010 and 1220 on the SAT. A score at or above 1220 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1010, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–26.
The latest federal data says University of Colorado Colorado Springs is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Colorado Colorado Springs's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Colorado Colorado Springs cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,521 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,954 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,345 for CO residents and $24,771 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,345
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,771
- Room & board$14,500
- Total cost of attendance$25,521
- Average net price after grants$14,954
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Social Sciences.
University of Colorado Colorado Springs FAQ
- What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's acceptance rate?
- 97% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1010–1220. Aim for 1220 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–26.
- Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Colorado Colorado Springs is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Colorado Colorado Springs's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Colorado Colorado Springs cost?
- About $25,521 a year before aid; $14,954 on average after grants.
- What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's FAFSA school code?
- 004509. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Colorado Colorado Springs receives your information.
- What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's graduation rate?
- 46% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Colorado Colorado Springs
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University GlobalDenver, CO | 98% | — | $17,732 | 26% |
| Metropolitan State University of DenverDenver, CO | 99% | 880–1130 | $13,803 | 31% |
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| Colorado State University PuebloPueblo, CO | 95% | — | $8,851 | 42% |
| Naropa UniversityBoulder, CO | 100% | — | $31,713 | 15% |
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