Colorado Mountain College
About Colorado Mountain College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Colorado Mountain College teaches across eleven campuses in the Rocky Mountains, from Aspen to Steamboat Springs, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, sustainability studies, education and nursing are its largest programs. It admits every qualified applicant and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1967
Location
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Students
2,816
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,616
Out-of-state: $12,840
Avg Net Price
$7,813
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,127
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
27.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
14%
6-Year Grad
14%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
16.5%
$/Student
$11.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 14% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,616
In-State
$12,840
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,680
Books & Supplies
$840
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,799
After Financial Aid
$7,813
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,190
Receive Grants
12.3%
Take Loans
8.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $14,799/yr for in-state students, including $12,680 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $7,813. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $12,840.
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 Mountain College fund their education.
While in School
12.3%
Get Grants
Free money
8.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,750
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$95/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Colorado Mountain College.
Gender
63.7%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,816
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
37.5%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
30.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 37.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,816
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Colorado Mountain College fields 1 varsity team with 15 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Skiing
Student Athletes
15
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
10
Men
5
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Colorado Mountain Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,127
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 4Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
72 grads
1yr Earnings
Sustainability Studies
$32K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
—
17 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$92K
11 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.