University of Colorado Boulder
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Colorado Boulder
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Colorado Boulder is a large public university located on an urban campus in Boulder, Colorado. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 32,100, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The university offers 75 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 75%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $11,976, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $40,320.
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- #24 Ranked in Online Master's in Engineering Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile27-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1230-1420
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
40k
Students enrolled
42%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
55%
Unknown
1%
Black
1%
Hispanic
11%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
10% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
13
Total Online Enrollment
16,527
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.42% online, 58% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
94% On-campus
6% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's3% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's11% online
Doctorate3% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,976 | $40,320 |
| Graduate | $15,849 | $36,407 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,590 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,610 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,470 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,104 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,934 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $32,376 | $60,720 |
| Off-campus without family | $31,750 | $60,094 |
| Off-campus with family | $16,110 | $44,454 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
15%
State Grant Aid
12%
Institution Grant Aid
53%
Pell Grant
10%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$43k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Skiing
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 11 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History. | |||
| 14 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 15 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 18 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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