B
Good
Score: 64/100

University of Colorado Boulder

4-Year Public
📍 Boulder, Colorado 80309
🌐 www.colorado.edu/
Outcomes
A
84/100
Affordability
C
49/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
C+
54/100

Quick Stats

41,432
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
89%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
$22,640
Avg Net Price

🏆 Where University of Colorado Boulder Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Environmental Design/Architecture
of 7 schools
#7
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
of 39 schools
#7
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
of 13 schools
#11
Physiology, General
of 22 schools
#12
Computational Science
of 23 schools
#19
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
of 36 schools
#28
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,910 $40,297
Total Cost (On-Campus) $37,684 $63,197

Financial Aid

66%
Receive Any Aid
15%
Receive Pell Grants
30%
Take Out Loans
$22,640
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,251
$30,001 - $48,000$12,545
$48,001 - $75,000$17,204
$75,001 - $110,000$26,247
$110,001+$30,549

Student Demographics

41,432
Total Students
45%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 13%
Black 2%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 60%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 93%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Colorado Boulder?
University of Colorado Boulder has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Colorado Boulder?
Tuition at University of Colorado Boulder is $13,910 for in-state students and $40,297 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $22,640.
What is the graduation rate at University of Colorado Boulder?
The graduation rate at University of Colorado Boulder is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Colorado Boulder a good school?
University of Colorado Boulder has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Colorado Boulder?
University of Colorado Boulder has a total enrollment of 41,432 students. Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology