Colorado College
About Colorado College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Colorado College is a private liberal arts college in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at the base of Pikes Peak. Highly selective with a 16% acceptance rate, it uses a distinctive Block Plan where students take one course at a time for three and a half weeks.
Founded
1874
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Students
2,039
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
18.5%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
87.7%
Above national average
Tuition
$70,734
Per year
Avg Net Price
$33,375
After financial aid
SAT Average
1365
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$65,222
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 5 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 15
Colorado College admits about 18.5% of applicants, with an average SAT around 1365. Strong academics are a must, and your essays and activities will make the difference.
SAT Scores
1365/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
87.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
93.6%
4-Year Grad
82%
6-Year Grad
86%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
80.5%
$/Student
$34.2K
Class Size
Small
82% of students graduate on time, and 80.5% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$70,734
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,020
Books & Supplies
$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,921
After Financial Aid
$33,375
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,217
Receive Grants
14.5%
Take Loans
25.7%
Don't let the $70,734 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $33,375 after financial aid, a 53% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $9,217.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Colorado College fund their education.
While in School
14.5%
Get Grants
Free money
25.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$74,864
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,257
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$194/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 25.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,257. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Colorado College.
Gender
56%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,014
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
25
Graduates
17.6%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 17.6% are first-generation college students. 5.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,014
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Colorado College fields 10 varsity teams with 441 student athletes, about 22% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Southern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
441
22% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
224
Men
217
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Colorado Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$65,222
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$58K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$17K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
—
47 grads
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
—
44 grads
Sociology
$57K
31 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
28 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $48K at six years, $47K at eight, and $65K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.