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Metropolitan State University of Denver
MSU Denver
Denver, Colorado 80217-3362
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Metropolitan State University of Denver is a public institution in Denver with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1014, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 14.9K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
30% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,093 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,294.
Established
1965
Motto
"Changemakers Wanted" On Seal: "Excellence in Teaching and Learning"
Mascot
Rowdy the Roadrunner
Type
Public university
Division
Division II
Campus Visits
175 upcoming visits · Next: Thu, Feb 26 · Campus Visit
99%Acceptance
1014SAT Avg
14,932Students
14:1Student:Faculty
30%Grad Rate
$52,093Earnings 10yr
$14,294Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate99.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1014
Reading & WritingMid: 520
450570
MathMid: 505
430540
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1723
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,780
Tuition (out-of-state)$29,503
Books & Supplies$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance$22,825
Average Net Price$14,294
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,364
$30–48K$12,005
$48–75K$13,276
$75–110K$19,263
$110K+$21,812
Programs (101)
Student Body
Undergrads
14,932
Gender Split
55% / 45%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%
Race & Ethnicity
White 43%
Black 8%
Hispanic 37%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate29.9%
Freshman Retention70.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,391
8 Years$48,919
10 Years$52,093
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,600
Men
$49,800
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia