Colorado State University Pueblo
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Colorado State University Pueblo is a public university in Pueblo, Colorado. It offers affordable programs in nursing, business, engineering, and social work, serving as the southern Colorado anchor of the CSU system.
Founded
1933
Location
Pueblo, Colorado
Students
4,807
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
94.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
39.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,720
Out-of-state: $17,944
Avg Net Price
$10,051
After financial aid
SAT Average
1120
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$55,563
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Colorado State University Pueblo accepts the majority of applicants at 94.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1120/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
64.3%
4-Year Grad
21%
6-Year Grad
39%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
54.6%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 21% graduation rate is below average, but 64.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,720
In-State
$17,944
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,100
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,937
After Financial Aid
$10,051
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,374
Receive Grants
28.6%
Take Loans
23.2%
The full cost of attendance is about $23,937/yr for in-state students, including $12,100 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,051. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,944.
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 State University Pueblo fund their education.
While in School
28.6%
Get Grants
Free money
23.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$38,397
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 23.2% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,500. 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 State University Pueblo.
Gender
53.5%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,042
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,765
Graduates
40.9%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
17%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 47% men). 40.9% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
3,042
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Colorado State University Pueblo fields 12 varsity teams with 548 student athletes, about 18% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Rocky Mountain
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
548
18% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
364
Men
184
Women
7
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 State University Puebloearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$55,563
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
110 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
—
68 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$43K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$40K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Information Science/Studies
$45K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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