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Western Colorado University

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Gunnison, Colorado 81231

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Known for business — excellent value

Western Colorado University is a public institution in Gunnison with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1130, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.7K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,833 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,773.

Established
1901
Motto
Potestas ad Ministrandum
Type
Public university
Conference
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) at the NCAA Division II level
Division
Division II

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97%Acceptance
1130SAT Avg
1,653Students
18:1Student:Faculty
51%Grad Rate
$46,833Earnings 10yr
$16,773Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate97.5%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1130

Reading & WritingMid: 580
500630
MathMid: 555
500610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 24
2128

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$11,083
Tuition (out-of-state)$23,683
Room & Board$10,442
Books & Supplies$1,350
Total Cost of Attendance$25,426
Average Net Price$16,773
Median Debt at Graduation$20,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$215

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,573
$30–48K$9,926
$48–75K$15,090
$75–110K$18,658
$110K+$21,621

Programs (33)

Student Body

Undergrads
1,653
Gender Split
43% / 57%
Women / Men
First Generation
25%
Pell Grant Recipients
13%

Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Black 3%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate50.7%
Freshman Retention72.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$40,037
8 Years$43,861
10 Years$46,833

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$36,400
Men
$47,500

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