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Western Colorado University

Gunnison, Colorado · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$40,037

Acceptance Rate

98%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$11,083

At a Glance

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Total Students

1,653

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Retention Rate

73%

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Faculty Ratio

18

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Financial Aid

23%

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Median Debt

$20,250

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 97.5% and a student body of 1653. The university has a graduation rate of 48.8% and a retention rate of 72.9%. The in-state tuition is $11,083, and 22.6% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Western Colorado University report earnings of $33,273 one year after graduation, $40,037 after five years, and $46,833 after ten years. The median debt for students is $20,250.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$33k

1 YEAR

$40k

5 YEARS

$47k

10 YEARS

Top 70% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Western Colorado University alumni earn a median of $33,273. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $40,037, and after ten years, median earnings reach $46,833. The median debt for graduates is $20,250.

Western Colorado University has a student body of 1,653. The university has a high acceptance rate of 97.5%. The graduation rate is 48.8%, and the retention rate is 72.9%. The in-state tuition is $11,083, and 22.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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Gunnison, Colorado

Gunnison, CO 81231

Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Western Colorado University has an acceptance rate of 98%.