C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
62/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Denver, Colorado 80217
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus campus, Denver, CO
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus campus, Denver, CO. Photo: Wkubie, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
C+
61/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
C
42/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

23,409
Total Enrollment
47%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
78%
Acceptance Rate
$15,303
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus ▼

14% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

The campus ZIP (80217) has no residential market, so these figures average 3 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (80010, 80011, 80239).

Avg Home Value
$409,507
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,628
1-Year Change
-0.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$64,270
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$52,475
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,500
Median debt at graduation
46.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,116
Average SAT
25
Median ACT
26.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 66th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CO wage index 1.14). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer and Information Sciences$75,137$112,754+22%#73 of 459#101$20,500
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$78,878$110,754+10%#31 of 258#99$29,014
Mechanical Engineering$70,763$94,320+2%#100 of 318#229$24,700
Civil Engineering$72,362$92,224+7%#37 of 233#124$29,605
Biomedical/Medical Engineering$55,550$86,190-8%#99 of 118#107$26,840
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$75,503$84,950-4%#536 of 966#854$21,875
Business Administration, Management and Operations$52,428$75,142+10%#235 of 1176#393$19,949
Economics$56,201$71,385-14%#256 of 368#293$16,125
Chemistry—$64,964+-0%#122 of 209#161—
Communication and Media Studies$39,662$62,882+12%#113 of 660#197$21,896
Architecture$37,707$62,619-6%#62 of 78#73$17,844
Mathematics$52,695$62,085-11%#239 of 309#264$23,000
International/Globalization Studies$25,307$61,344+2%#31 of 87#40$18,870
Criminal Justice and Corrections$45,814$61,192+10%#111 of 660#275$16,035
Political Science and Government$40,272$58,854-7%#353 of 565#435$17,500
Public Health$40,566$58,310-1%#103 of 215#136$20,602
Biology$34,562$58,231+2%#409 of 841#563$20,358
Geography and Cartography$39,104$57,285-1%#65 of 117#87$21,500
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies$34,339$55,361+14%#42 of 137#58$27,649
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$35,234$55,181+14%#26 of 172#51$21,132
English Language and Literature$35,364$54,500+12%#146 of 576#210$21,538
History$38,627$53,686+6%#162 of 459#246$17,604
Psychology$36,482$52,990+5%#353 of 1027#582$22,340
Education$42,320$50,728+2%#33 of 71#46$23,635
Fine and Studio Arts$31,144$49,842+20%#62 of 423#94$21,464
Sociology$40,011$49,619-6%#298 of 462#378$25,000
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$19,966$47,878+20%#26 of 255#62$24,250
Music$29,483$46,532+8%#95 of 268#142$23,499
Architectural Sciences and Technology$43,953————$17,000
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies$37,621————$22,250
Philosophy$36,307—————
Research and Experimental Psychology$35,155————$18,062
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs$33,689————$19,090

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

🏆 Where University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Ranks

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

#13
Nursing Administration
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $9,096 $27,288
Room $9,840
Board $5,080
Total Cost (On-Campus) $32,823 $51,015

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$15,303
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$16,135
$30,001 - $48,000$17,083
$48,001 - $75,000$19,871
$75,001 - $110,000$22,700
$110,001+$23,355

Student Demographics

23,409
Total Students
60%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)
14%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 21%
Black 5%
Asian 9%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 33%
Off-Campus (Renters) 14%
With Family 54%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,207 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus has an acceptance rate of 78%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
Tuition at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is $9,096 for in-state students and $27,288 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,303.
What is the graduation rate at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
The graduation rate at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus a good school?
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus has a total enrollment of 23,409 students.
Is there rental demand near University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus?
Yes! Approximately 14% of students at University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,207 students who need rental housing near campus.

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