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University of Colorado Colorado Springs

UCCS

Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918

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Known for business — excellent value

University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a public institution in Colorado Springs with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1140, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 8.9K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,659 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,431.

Established
1965
Motto
ΛΑΜΨΑΤΩ ΤΟ ΦΏΣ ΥΜΏΝ
Mascot
Clyde
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division II
Division
Division II
97%Acceptance
1140SAT Avg
8,870Students
15:1Student:Faculty
45%Grad Rate
$54,659Earnings 10yr
$16,431Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate96.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1140

Reading & Writing
520630
Math
500610

ACT Score Range

Composite
2128

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,712
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,492
Room & Board$12,278
Books & Supplies$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance$23,713
Average Net Price$16,431
Median Debt at Graduation$20,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$212

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,562
$30–48K$11,986
$48–75K$14,717
$75–110K$20,289
$110K+$21,830

Programs (101)

Student Body

Undergrads
8,870
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Black 5%
Hispanic 21%
Asian 4%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate45.3%
Freshman Retention67.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,766
8 Years$52,312
10 Years$54,659

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$43,700
Men
$58,400

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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