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Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado

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The median SAT ranking is a measure of the overall academic performance of students on campus. It's important to note that students often feel most comfortable on campuses where their own academic performance is close to the average performance of other students. Students who fall either far above or below the median can sometimes feel out of place amongst their peers.

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Rank	Institution	Est. Median SAT	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Colorado School of Mines	1399	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#1 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,399 Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
2	Colorado College	1357	22.09	1,270 – 1,460	36123	47611	#2 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO Scientia et Disciplina is the Latin motto of Colorado College which means “Learning through Hard Work.” It’s an extremely selective school – 26% of accepted students enroll. With over 80 undergraduate majors available, Business/Managerial Economics is a common option. Est. Median SAT 1,357 Acceptance Rate 22.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $36,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
3	University of Colorado Boulder	1351	78.09	1,270 – 1,440	26231	54939	#3 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,351 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
4	United States Air Force Academy	1335	14.09	1,240 – 1,450	0	63721	#4 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO Students who complete the United States Air Force Academy’s four year program receive commissions as second lieutenants along with their bachelor’s degrees. The USAFA is extremely selective, and 78% of accepted students enroll. With a 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, it also boasts a very high first year retention rate of 97%. Est. Median SAT 1,335 Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
5	University of Denver	1292	85.38	1,200 – 1,390	45451	57118	#5 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado University of Denver Denver, CO The University of Denver is home to the Evans Memorial Chapel, the oldest building on campus and the oldest Protestant church in the city. It has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 88%. DU’s motto is “Pro Scientia et Religione,” or “For Knowledge and Spirit.” Est. Median SAT 1,292 2.3% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $45,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,118
6	Western Colorado University	1230	95.61	1,150 – 1,310	17711	40037	#6 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 460 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Business Administration and Management, General is a popular undergraduate major. Est. Median SAT 1,230 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,711 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
7	Regis University	1225	84.61	1,140 – 1,310	21618	64557	#7 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Regis University Denver, CO Regis University was originally in Las Vegas, Nevada, when it opened in 1877, with the apt name of Las Vegas College. It moved only 10 years later, and received its current name in 1991....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,225 2.2% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,557
8	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	1183	88.63	1,070 – 1,300	21011	49748	#8 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Est. Median SAT 1,183 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
9	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	1119	96.66	1,000 – 1,240	16942	45766	#9 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Colorado Springs is one of the four schools that are part of the University of Colorado system. The campus motto is “Let Your Light Shine” in Greek. Students can earn up to a Doctor's degree, and many undergraduates study Business Administration and Management, General. Est. Median SAT 1,119 0.5% Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
10	Colorado Christian University	1110	100	1,010 – 1,210	30940	41623	#10 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO Colorado Christian University has a first year retention rate - 84%%. Unlike many schools who use Latin in their mottos, CCU takes inspiration from the Greeks. “χαρις και αληθεια” translates to mean “Grace and Truth.” Mental Health Counseling/Counselor is a popular area of study. Est. Median SAT 1,110 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $30,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,623
11	Fort Lewis College	1109	77.32	990 – 1,230	17114	36352	#11 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,109 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
12	Naropa University	1090	100	980 – 1,200	27873	21841	#12 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Naropa University Boulder, CO Based in Boulder, Naropa University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Naropa University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,090 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $27,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,841
13	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	1084	77.61	950 – 1,220	14831	52475	#13 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Although the Anschutz Medical Campus is located in Aurora, it’s considered a consolidated entity with the University of Colorado Denver campus. Denver has one of the largest graduate classes in the state, and Anschutz is one of the largest academic health centers throughout the Rocky Mountain region....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,084 3.1% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
14	University of Northern Colorado	1080	94.5	960 – 1,200	19376	43756	#14 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 93% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,393 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Est. Median SAT 1,080 0.5% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
15	Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design	1075	100	990 – 1,160	31752	30280	#15 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design Lakewood, CO Found in Lakewood, Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 43% of students at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Est. Median SAT 1,075 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $31,752 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,280
16	Colorado Mesa University	1050	83.14	930 – 1,170	15590	39223	#16 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Est. Median SAT 1,050 1.9% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
17	Colorado State University Pueblo	1015	98.39	900 – 1,130	13079	43053	#17 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 98%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 83% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,015 1.5% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,079 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
18	Metropolitan State University of Denver	1015	98.8	890 – 1,140	14584	45391	#18 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Based in Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 38% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Est. Median SAT 1,015 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
19	Adams State University	975	30.76	870 – 1,080	13340	38338	#19 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 31% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 82% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 51% and 19% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Est. Median SAT 975 Acceptance Rate 30.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
20	Colorado State University Global	930	98.4	890 – 970	16510	65131	#20 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Est. Median SAT in Colorado Colorado State University Global Denver, CO Found in Denver, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 10% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first......Read more Est. Median SAT 930 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $16,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131