There are 55 accredited colleges and universities in Colorado. They admit an average of 72% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $17,993 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Colorado. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Colorado with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pikes Peak State College | Colorado Springs, CO | $6,007 |
| Colorado Mountain College | Glenwood Springs, CO | $7,813 |
| Community College of Aurora | Aurora, CO | $8,656 |
| Red Rocks Community College | Lakewood, CO | $9,044 |
| Lamar Community College | Lamar, CO | $9,161 |
| Morgan Community College | Fort Morgan, CO | $9,266 |
| Community College of Denver | Denver, CO | $9,450 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo | Pueblo, CO | $10,051 |
| Trinidad State College | Trinidad, CO | $10,772 |
| Aims Community College | Greeley, CO | $11,463 |
| Arapahoe Community College | Littleton, CO | $11,571 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | Denver, CO | $11,900 |
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There are 55 accredited colleges and universities in Colorado in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 72% of applicants and cost about $17,993 per year after aid.
Colorado College is the highest nationally ranked university in Colorado. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 55 Colorado colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Colorado is about $17,993 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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