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University of Colorado Boulder

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Boulder, Colorado 80309-0017

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

University of Colorado Boulder is a public institution in Boulder with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1353, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 31.6K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,738 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,480.

Established
1876
Motto
Λαμψάτω τὸ φῶς ὑμῶν
Mascot
Ralphie (bison)Chip (costume)
Type
Public research university
83%Acceptance
1353SAT Avg
31,578Students
19:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$69,738Earnings 10yr
$21,480Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1353

Reading & WritingMid: 640
620700
MathMid: 640
610720

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28
2833

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$16,430
Tuition (out-of-state)$41,943
Room & Board$16,950
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$33,466
Average Net Price$21,480
Median Debt at Graduation$19,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$207

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,251
$30–48K$12,545
$48–75K$17,204
$75–110K$26,247
$110K+$30,549

Programs (239)

Student Body

Undergrads
31,578
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
20%
Pell Grant Recipients
15%

Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Black 2%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 6%
Two+ 7%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate75.0%
Freshman Retention89.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$54,939
8 Years$64,625
10 Years$69,738

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$53,500
Men
$65,600

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Source: Wikipedia

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