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Platt College-Aurora

Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

Platt College-Aurora is a private suburban institution in Greenwood Village, Colorado. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 215 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

20% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $77,602 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $42,287.

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36%Acceptance
SAT Avg
215Students
10:1Student:Faculty
20%Grad Rate
$77,602Earnings 10yr
$42,287Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Platt College-Aurora Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate36.4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

36.4%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$20,590
Books & Supplies$2,310
Total Cost of Attendance$44,255
Average Net Price$42,287
Median Debt at Graduation$42,125
Monthly Payment (10yr)$447

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$39,076
$30–48K$42,391
$75–110K$44,255
$110K+$44,255

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

30.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$33,443

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (1)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

83%

Mixed
  • 83% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
215
Gender Split
88% / 12%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
31%

Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Black 9%
Hispanic 30%
Asian 5%
Two+ 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate20.0%
Freshman Retention83.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$77,963
10 Years$77,602

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DEN Denver21 mi
ABQ Albuquerque330 mi
SLC Salt Lake City382 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1763 mi · ~50h 56m drive
New York, NY1625 mi · ~46h 57m drive
Hartford, CT1685 mi · ~48h 41m drive
Providence, RI1749 mi · ~50h 32m drive
Albany, NY1625 mi · ~46h 57m drive
Syracuse, NY1503 mi · ~43h 25m drive
Rochester, NY1429 mi · ~41h 17m drive
Buffalo, NY1365 mi · ~39h 26m drive
Philadelphia, PA1572 mi · ~45h 25m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1314 mi · ~37h 58m drive
Harrisburg, PA1478 mi · ~42h 42m drive
Newark, NJ1616 mi · ~46h 41m drive
Washington, DC1485 mi · ~42h 54m drive
Baltimore, MD1503 mi · ~43h 25m drive
Atlanta, GA1203 mi · ~34h 45m drive
Charlotte, NC1350 mi · ~39h drive
Raleigh, NC1455 mi · ~42h 2m drive
Miami, FL1717 mi · ~49h 36m drive
Orlando, FL1541 mi · ~44h 31m drive
Tampa, FL1513 mi · ~43h 43m drive
Nashville, TN1014 mi · ~29h 18m drive
New Orleans, LA1072 mi · ~30h 58m drive
Richmond, VA1485 mi · ~42h 54m drive
Chicago, IL916 mi · ~26h 28m drive
Detroit, MI1152 mi · ~33h 17m drive
Minneapolis, MN700 mi · ~20h 13m drive
St. Louis, MO790 mi · ~22h 49m drive
Kansas City, MO552 mi · ~15h 57m drive
Indianapolis, IN995 mi · ~28h 45m drive
Columbus, OH1160 mi · ~33h 31m drive
Cleveland, OH1221 mi · ~35h 16m drive
Milwaukee, WI911 mi · ~26h 19m drive
Dallas, TX653 mi · ~18h 52m drive
Houston, TX869 mi · ~25h 6m drive
Austin, TX762 mi · ~22h 1m drive
San Antonio, TX792 mi · ~22h 53m drive
Los Angeles, CA831 mi · ~24h drive
San Francisco, CA952 mi · ~27h 30m drive
San Diego, CA832 mi · ~24h 2m drive
Seattle, WA1029 mi · ~29h 44m drive
Portland, OR990 mi · ~28h 36m drive
Denver, CO10 mi · ~17 min drive
Phoenix, AZ583 mi · ~16h 51m drive
Salt Lake City, UT377 mi · ~10h 53m drive
Honolulu, HI3344 mi · ~96h 36m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Denver (DEN)21 miles
Rental car
32 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
42 min$25-42
Albuquerque (ABQ)330 miles
Rental car
495 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
660 min$396-660

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