Western Colorado University
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$6,816
Avg in-state tuition
$18,600
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About Western Colorado University
Western Colorado University is a small public university located on a rural campus in Gunnison, Colorado. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,749, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 88%. The university offers 28 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 50%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $6,816, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $18,600.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
88% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
67% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
50% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Required
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Recommended
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Required
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*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 Percentile 20-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1000-1190
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
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Students enrolled
47%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
59%
Hispanic
17%
Unknown
11%
Black
4%
Two or more races
4%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
50%
Socio-economic diversity
33% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,816 | $18,600 |
| Graduate | $16,048 | $16,048 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,300 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,874 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,105 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,439 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,105 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,105 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $21,095 | $32,879 |
| Off-campus without family | $22,660 | $34,444 |
| Off-campus with family | $11,221 | $23,005 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
33%
State Grant Aid
36%
Institution Grant Aid
83%
Pell Grant
33%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debt after graduation
$33k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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