At a Glance
Colorado College is a small private nonprofit university in Colorado Springs, CO. Approximately 2,014 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are selective with a 18% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 35/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Campus Identity
Colorado College is a small private nonprofit university in Colorado Springs, CO. Approximately 2,014 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are selective with a 18% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 35/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Colorado College is a 1,000–4,999, urban school with NCAA D3 athletics. The campus is 72 miles from Echo Mountain.
Athletics
NCAA D3
Southern Collegiate Athletic
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Weather
Cold Climate
44°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Colorado College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Echo Mountain, 72 miles away with 3 lifts and 60 skiable acres. All are within 80 miles of campus.
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Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs has a cool climate, with winters averaging 32°F in Jan and summers peaking around 72°F in Jul.
Station: COLORADO SPRINGS MUNICIPAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Colorado College in CO earns a composite safety score of 35/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $70,734 |
| Fees | $474 |
| Room & Board | $16,020 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $87,228 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
42 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Colorado College located?
Colorado College is located in Colorado Springs, CO. The main campus address is 14. E Cache La Poudre St., Colorado Springs, CO. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Colorado College?
Colorado College has an acceptance rate of 18%, making it highly selective. Out of 8,511 applicants, 1,572 were admitted in the most recent year.
How many students attend Colorado College?
Colorado College enrolls 2,014 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What ACT score do you need for Colorado College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Colorado College scored between 29 and 33 on the ACT, with a median of 31. About 16% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Colorado College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Colorado College charges $70,734/year in tuition. Including room and board ($16,020/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $62,070/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $33,375/year — what students actually pay. Use Colorado College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What NCAA division is Colorado College in?
Colorado College competes in NCAA Division III, part of the Southern Collegiate Athletic. Division III programs compete without athletic scholarships and emphasize academics alongside varsity sport.
Is Colorado College the right fit for me?
Whether Colorado College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (18% admit rate), avg net price ($33,375/year after aid), campus culture in Colorado Springs, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Colorado College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Colorado College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's
- NCAA
- NCAA D3
- Conference
- Southern Collegiate Athletic
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 44°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 35/100
- Nearest Airport
- Colorado Springs, CO (COS) · 7 mialso FCS (12 mi), PUB (43 mi)