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Western Colorado University

Gunnison, Colorado · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$40,037

Acceptance Rate

98%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$11,083

At a Glance

Total Students

1,653

Retention Rate

73%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

23%

Median Debt

$20,250

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 97.5%. The university has a student body of 1653. The graduation rate is 48.8%, and the retention rate is 72.9%. The median debt for students is $20,250, and 22.6% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Western Colorado University is $11,083. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $33,273. Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $40,037, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $46,833.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

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 salary of $33,273. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $40,037, and after ten years, the median salary is $46,833. The median debt for graduates is $20,250.

Western Colorado University has a student body of 1,653 students. 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

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 97.5%.