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Colorado College

Colorado Springs, CO·Private·www.coloradocollege.edu/

Campus Identity

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Colorado College is a small private nonprofit university in Colorado Springs, CO. Approximately 2,014 students are enrolled. Admissions are selective with a 18% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 35/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Colorado College is a small private nonprofit university in Colorado Springs, CO. Approximately 2,014 students are enrolled. Admissions are selective with a 18% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 35/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

18%
Acceptance Rate
8,511 applications
31
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 29–33
$61,596
In-State Tuition
+$474 fees
$61,596
Out-of-State Tuition
+$474 fees
$16,020
Room & Board
2,014
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
30%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D3
Athletics
Southern Collegiate Athletic
Selectivity18% · Selective
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

640680730

SAT Math

590660730

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D3

Southern Collegiate Athletic

Greek Life

Active Greek System

0% sororities

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

72 miles

Echo Mountain

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

72 mi away
60 skiable acres3 lifts
79 mi away
1,428 skiable acres9 lifts
80 mi away
3,148 skiable acres20 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Colorado Springs, CO

32°Jan33°Feb41°Mar48°Apr57°May67°Jun72°Jul70°Aug63°Sep51°Oct40°Nov32°Dec

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

35/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety432629
43/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
26/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
29/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$61,596
Fees
$474
Room & Board
$16,020
Total
$78,090

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

42 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

EconomicsBachelor's
84 grads/yr$122,998
Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's
63 grads/yr$37,393
Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's
47 grads/yr
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population BiologyBachelor's
44 grads/yr
SociologyBachelor's
31 grads/yr$56,649

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Economics
Bachelor's84 grads$122,998
Biology, General
Bachelor's$62,970
Sociology
Bachelor's31 grads$56,649
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Bachelor's63 grads$37,393
Political Science and Government
Bachelor's47 grads
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology
Bachelor's44 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's28 grads
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences
Bachelor's27 grads
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
Bachelor's23 grads
Psychology, General
Bachelor's23 grads

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. 2,014 students enrolled.

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 2023–24 academic year, Colorado College charges $61,596/year in tuition. Including room and board ($16,020/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $62,070/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Colorado College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Colorado College have college sports?

Yes — Colorado College competes at the NCAA D3 level in the Southern Collegiate Athletic. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

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), cost ($61,596/year out-of-state), campus culture in Colorado Springs, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Colorado College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Colorado College directly for the most current information.

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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)

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.