University of Colorado Colorado Springs Acceptance Rate &
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a public research university in Colorado Springs, Colorado, serving roughly 8,697 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 97.35% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $54,659 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,149
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,788 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 97.35% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 8,697 82.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 46.93%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 31.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 7.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 62.2%
- Average SAT Score: 1133
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 12,152
- Applicants (IPEDS): 13,103
- Room & Board: $12,918 annual estimate
University of Colorado Colorado Springs: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Colorado Colorado Springs, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is located in Colorado Springs, CO (ZIP 80918).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs public or private?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a Public institution.
How much does University of Colorado Colorado Springs cost?
Published tuition: $10,149 in-state, $24,336 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $15,788.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,065 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,642 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,104 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,388 |
| $110,001+ | $22,142 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $40,596.
How hard is it to get into University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
Admission rate: 97.35%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1133.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
Total enrollment: 8,697 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 12,152 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,052 students.
About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
150%-time completion rate: 46.93%.
First-year retention: 68.3%.
What do graduates of University of Colorado Colorado Springs earn?
Median earnings: $45,766 six years after entry; $54,659 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,000.
27.29% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (417 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (220 completions)
- Psychology, General (202 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (157 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (141 completions)
- Computer Science (107 completions)
- Social Work (90 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (87 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (82 completions)
- Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology (76 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 97.35%; completion rate 46.93%; median earnings $54,659 at 10 years; net price $15,788. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,149
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Colorado Colorado Springs was $10,149.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,788
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Colorado Colorado Springs had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,788.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$63,152 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,788 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$40,596 4-Year In-State Tuition
$97,344 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,918 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,867 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$99,468 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.29% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.68% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Colorado Colorado Springs was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Colorado Colorado Springs in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,024 | $18,437 | $13,020 |
| 2014 | $7,462 | $17,494 | $15,151 |
| 2015 | $7,692 | $17,988 | $14,649 |
| 2016 | $8,042 | $18,770 | $16,029 |
| 2017 | $8,314 | $19,498 | $15,872 |
| 2018 | $8,523 | $20,067 | $15,812 |
| 2019 | $8,524 | $20,620 | $16,486 |
| 2020 | $8,580 | $20,220 | $15,648 |
| 2021 | $8,766 | $21,222 | $14,633 |
| 2022 | $9,129 | $22,041 | $15,318 |
| 2023 | $9,712 | $20,492 | $16,431 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
97.35% Acceptance Rate
13,103 Total Applicants
12,653 Students Admitted
1,747 First-Time Students Enrolled
13.81% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1133
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Colorado Colorado Springs reported total enrollment of about 8,697 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (59.0%), Hispanic or Latino (21.1%), and Two or More Races (7.7%). About 27.29% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
82.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Colorado Colorado Springs in 2024 is 8,697 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 12,152 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,052 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
68.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 59.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.17% 100% Completion Time
46.93% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.17% of students graduating from University of Colorado Colorado Springs completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 61% male / 39% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 14% male / 86% female
- Psychology, General: 20% male / 80% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Return on Investment
$20,000 Median Student Debt
$54,659 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.59% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
765.51% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 68 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 417 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 220 completions
3. Psychology, General: 202 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 157 completions
5. Communication and Media Studies: 141 completions
6. Computer Science: 107 completions
7. Social Work: 90 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 87 completions
9. Mechanical Engineering: 82 completions
Most popular programs at University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Colorado Colorado Springs graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Colorado Colorado Springs from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 62.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,318
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,886
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a public institution located in Colorado Springs, CO, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 8,697 students. Student body composition includes White (59.0%), Hispanic or Latino (21.1%), Two or More Races (7.7%). The admission rate is 97.35%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1133. The 150%-time completion rate is 46.93%. Approximately 27.29% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 68 distinct degree programs, University of Colorado Colorado Springs provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Colorado Colorado Springs located?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is located in Colorado Springs, CO.
What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Colorado Colorado Springs is 97.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 13,103 applicants and 12,653 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Colorado Colorado Springs cost?
Reported tuition is $10,149 and average net price is $15,788 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,918 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs reports undergraduate enrollment of about 12,152 students, White (59.0%), Hispanic or Latino (21.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
About 31.3% of students at University of Colorado Colorado Springs are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Colorado Colorado Springs reports midpoint SAT about 1133.
What do graduates of University of Colorado Colorado Springs earn?
Median earnings are $45,766 six years after entry and $54,659 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
The 150%-time completion rate is 46.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Colorado Colorado Springs students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,000.
Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs public or private?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a public institution located in Colorado Springs, CO.
Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs an HBCU?
No. University of Colorado Colorado Springs is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Colorado Colorado Springs a tribal college?
No. University of Colorado Colorado Springs is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Colorado college costs
- Colorado colleges by ROI
- Colorado Springs, Colorado city profile
- Rocky Mountains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Colorado
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.