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Western Colorado University

Gunnison, CO β€’ public β€’ II | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
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Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town (Remote)
Student Population
Undergrad: 5,303 β€’ Total: 5,959
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Website
Region
Rocky Mountains
Carnegie Classification
M2: Master's Colleges & Universities – Medium Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 2,641 (49.8%) β€’ Female: 2,662 (50.2%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
97.5%
3,200 admitted from 3,283 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 500-630
Math: 500-610
Total: 1000-1240
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
21-28
Application Types Offered
RD β€”
Application Requirements
β€”
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
50.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
31.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
73.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$21,344
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$34,460
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,308
Out-of-state: $20,424
Room & Board
$10,760
Books & Supplies
$3,276
Students Receiving Pell Grants
12%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Men's Sports (4)
Basketball Football Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling
Women's Sports (5)
Basketball Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Western Colorado University

What is Western Colorado University's acceptance rate?
Western Colorado University accepts 97% of applicants, from 3,283 applications.
How much does Western Colorado University cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,308 in-state and $20,424 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Western Colorado University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 28 on the ACT.
What is Western Colorado University's graduation rate?
51% of students graduate within six years.