University of Colorado Boulder
The University of Colorado Boulder is located at the base of the Rocky Mountains and ranks #90 in National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report. They offer Residential Academic Programs (RAPs), multiple honors programs, and an Education Abroad experience that provides opportunities in 65 different countries. As a public research institution, CU Boulder is home to almost 90 research centers that involve more than 2,000 undegraduates in research and claims the top 3% of scholarly research citations worldwide. The university is also known for its mascot, a live buffalo named Ralphie, who appears at home football games.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 15 | May 1 |
| Spring Regular Decision | October 1 | |
| Other | March 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
16%
Submitting ACT
32%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 28
Average SAT Composite: 1276
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
39,000
Total Number of Undergrads
30,886
Classroom Sizes
0
100
46%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
69%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $12,590 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $38,962 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $16,146 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
74%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
15%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,992
15%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,916
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$8,029
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
31%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,744
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$186
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
400
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
27%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Buffaloes
School Colors
silver, gold, and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pacific-12 Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Denver
San Francisco
New York
Los Angeles
Seattle
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
74%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$59,700
What Students Are Saying
I am meeting outstanding academic challenges, which push me to the top of my game. I find time to access stunning mountains and ski resorts once weekly, and go mountain biking as often as I can. My roommate and friends in the Residential Academic Program have helped me to know I've found my tribe.
Out of State Student
A great school especially if you are from Colorado. Everything about CU Boulder is welcoming and fun. You can't go wrong with this school!
Adam from Parker, CO
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