Colleges in Colorado

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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Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.

Top Colleges in Colorado

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.

UniversityLocationAcceptance Rate
Colorado CollegeColorado Springs, CO20%
United States Air Force AcademyUSAF Academy, CO14%
Colorado School of MinesGolden, CO60%
University of DenverDenver, CO71%
University of Colorado BoulderBoulder, CO83%
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical CampusDenver, CO78%
Colorado Mesa UniversityGrand Junction, CO81%
University of Northern ColoradoGreeley, CO86%
University of Colorado Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, CO97%
Western Colorado UniversityGunnison, CO98%
Fort Lewis CollegeDurango, CO93%
Colorado State University PuebloPueblo, CO100%
Metropolitan State University of DenverDenver, CO99%
Montessori Education Center of the RockiesDenver, CO80%
Regis UniversityDenver, CO87%
Colorado State University-Fort CollinsFort Collins, CO90%
Colorado State University GlobalDenver, CO93%
Naropa UniversityBoulder, CO94%
Denver SeminaryLittleton, CO85%
Colorado Christian UniversityLakewood, CO18%
Aims Community CollegeGreeley, CO55%
Colorado Mountain CollegeGlenwood Springs, CO18%
Colorado School of TradesLakewood, CO
University of Colorado System OfficeDenver, CO75%
Institute of Taoist Education and AcupunctureLouisville, CO77%
Red Rocks Community CollegeLakewood, CO
UCHealthAurora, CO
Arizona College of Nursing-AuroraAurora, CO
Trinidad State CollegeTrinidad, CO16%
Morgan Community CollegeFort Morgan, CO100%

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Most Affordable Colleges in Colorado

Universities in Colorado with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).

UniversityLocationAvg Net Price
Pikes Peak State CollegeColorado Springs, CO$6,007
Colorado Mountain CollegeGlenwood Springs, CO$7,813
Community College of AuroraAurora, CO$8,656
Red Rocks Community CollegeLakewood, CO$9,044
Lamar Community CollegeLamar, CO$9,161
Morgan Community CollegeFort Morgan, CO$9,266
Community College of DenverDenver, CO$9,450
Colorado State University PuebloPueblo, CO$10,051
Trinidad State CollegeTrinidad, CO$10,772
Aims Community CollegeGreeley, CO$11,463
Arapahoe Community CollegeLittleton, CO$11,571
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical CampusDenver, CO$11,900

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Frequently Asked Questions

How many colleges are in Colorado?

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.

What is the best college in Colorado?

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.

What is the average cost of college in Colorado?

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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