Best colleges in Colorado
Pike's Peak or Bust
Discover why Colorado is one of the happiest states in the country
Colorado's state motto is "come to life," which seems appropriate considering the state is home to a national park, majestic mountain towns and a multitude of family-friendly events. It's also a great place for a fresh start. With over 16 community, state and private colleges, and 200,000 students, many come to the center of the states for a totally revamped life experience. Many big-name companies are headquartered in Colorado, including Coors, Crocs, Dish Network, Hitachi Software and MediaNews Group. So naturally, students here major in a wide variety of disciplines including engineering, design, and business. The U.S. Air Force Academy is also located here, so military studies is another popular choice. and with an unemployment rate of 5.3%, well below the national average, you'll have better chances at finding a career in your field.
Colorado is home to major cities like Denver and Boulder and smaller ones like Alamosa or Aurora. Whether you choose quiet country or big city life in this picturesque state, there are plenty of ways to stay busy. Denver claims to have invented the cheeseburger, while thousands of valentines are re-mailed every year from Loveland. The state also has more microbreweries per capita than any other state, which you might need after exam week. Experience one of the best waterfall hikes in the nation in Rocky Mountain National Park or Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. In the winter, hit the snowy trails with a rented "fat bike" or glide down the slopes of Breckenridge or one of Colorado's other famous resorts for nationally renowned skiing and snowboarding. Summertime brings rodeo season, and Colorado is home to the world's largest rodeo and several others over 100 years old. Whether hiking to the summit of Pike's Peak or walking across the stage to get your diploma is your goal, Colorado has everything you need for a scenery filled destination.
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Colorado College offers 51 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2022, 507 students graduated with students earning 497 Bachelor's degrees, and 10 Master's degrees.
United States Air Force Academy offers 39 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a outlying town. In 2022, 991 students graduated with students earning 991 Bachelor's degrees.
Colorado School of Mines offers 102 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2022, 1,913 students graduated with students earning 1,182 Bachelor's degrees, 526 Master's degrees, 124 Doctoral degrees, and 81 Certificates.
University of Denver offers 262 degree programs. It's a large, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2022, 5,074 students graduated with students earning 2,825 Master's degrees, 1,325 Bachelor's degrees, 537 Certificates, and 387 Doctoral degrees.
University of Colorado Boulder offers 214 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 8,971 students graduated with students earning 6,627 Bachelor's degrees, 1,740 Master's degrees, and 604 Doctoral degrees.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins offers 330 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 7,659 students graduated with students earning 5,088 Bachelor's degrees, 1,721 Master's degrees, 460 Doctoral degrees, and 390 Certificates.
Regis University offers 207 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2022, 2,041 students graduated with students earning 926 Master's degrees, 756 Bachelor's degrees, 223 Certificates, and 136 Doctoral degrees.
University of Northern Colorado offers 108 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 2,776 students graduated with students earning 1,787 Bachelor's degrees, 905 Master's degrees, and 84 Doctoral degrees.
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus offers 169 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a large city. In 2022, 5,589 students graduated with students earning 2,637 Bachelor's degrees, 2,175 Master's degrees, and 777 Doctoral degrees.
Western Colorado University offers 38 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2022, 537 students graduated with students earning 367 Bachelor's degrees, and 170 Master's degrees.
Best Community Colleges in Colorado
Colorado School of Trades offers 1 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a midsize city. In 2022, 94 students graduated with students earning 94 Associate's degrees.
Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology offers 1 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 29 students graduated with students earning 29 Associate's degrees.
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology offers 2 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a small city. In 2022, 137 students graduated with students earning 137 Associate's degrees.
Lincoln College of Technology-Denver offers 9 degree programs. It's a small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 555 students graduated with students earning 519 Certificates, and 36 Associate's degrees.
IBMC College offers 10 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a midsize city. In 2022, 320 students graduated with students earning 313 Certificates, and 7 Associate's degrees.
Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology offers 1 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large suburb. In 2022, 52 students graduated with students earning 52 Associate's degrees.
Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs offers 7 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 251 students graduated with students earning 208 Certificates, and 43 Associate's degrees.
Concorde Career College-Aurora offers 11 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2022, 268 students graduated with students earning 159 Associate's degrees, and 109 Certificates.
Pima Medical Institute-Aurora offers 6 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 238 students graduated with students earning 219 Certificates, and 19 Associate's degrees.
Intellitec College-Colorado Springs offers 10 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 288 students graduated with students earning 216 Certificates, and 72 Associate's degrees.
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| School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO | 10 : 1 | 2,203 | |
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United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO | 21 : 1 | 4,085 | |
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Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO | 22 : 1 | 7,403 | |
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University of Denver Denver, CO | 18 : 1 | 13,734 | |
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University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO | 24 : 1 | 39,585 | |