Western Colorado University
Public, 4-year
1 Western Way, Gunnison, CO 81231
Quick Facts
1,653
Total Enrollment
97%
Acceptance Rate
51%
Graduation Rate
$40,037
Median Earnings (6yr)
$11,083
In-State Tuition
$16,773
Avg Net Price
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1130
Avg SAT Score
About Western Colorado University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 1 Western Way |
| City | Gunnison, CO |
| ZIP Code | 81231 |
| County | Gunnison County |
President/Chief Administrator: Brad Baca (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 1,653 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 43% |
| Male | 57% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 72.5% |
| Black | 3.1% |
| Hispanic | 12.9% |
| Asian | 1.2% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1.1% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 3.8% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 0.8% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 7.0% |
| Part-Time Students | 8.3% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 500 | 560 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 500 | 540 | 610 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 25 | 28 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$11,083
In-State Tuition
$23,683
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,426
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,773
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 13% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 23% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 13% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $20,250 |
| Median Total Debt | $12,000 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $30,500 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 63% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,573 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $9,926 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $15,090 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $18,658 |
| $110,001+ | $21,621 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$40,037
6 Years After
$43,861
8 Years After
$46,833
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $23,790 | 75th percentile: $54,425
Earnings by Family Income Background
$39,660
Low Income
$40,515
Middle Income
$40,486
High Income
Student Outcomes
73%
Full-Time Retention
67%
Part-Time Retention
51%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$7,506
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$12,988
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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