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 53 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 564 students graduated with students earning 545 Bachelor's degrees, and 19 Master's degrees.
United States Air Force Academy offers 28 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a outlying rural area. In 2023, 949 students graduated with students earning 949 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 2023, 1,963 students graduated with students earning 1,205 Bachelor's degrees, 520 Master's degrees, 136 Doctoral degrees, and 102 Certificates.
University of Denver offers 333 degree programs. It's a large, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 4,871 students graduated with students earning 2,804 Master's degrees, 1,258 Bachelor's degrees, 435 Doctoral degrees, and 374 Certificates.
University of Colorado Boulder offers 225 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 9,540 students graduated with students earning 6,802 Bachelor's degrees, 2,150 Master's degrees, and 588 Doctoral degrees.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins offers 268 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 7,523 students graduated with students earning 5,201 Bachelor's degrees, 1,606 Master's degrees, 379 Doctoral degrees, and 337 Certificates.
Regis University offers 135 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 1,704 students graduated with students earning 767 Master's degrees, 657 Bachelor's degrees, 142 Doctoral degrees, and 138 Certificates.
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus offers 167 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a large city. In 2023, 5,572 students graduated with students earning 2,530 Bachelor's degrees, 2,327 Master's degrees, and 715 Doctoral degrees.
University of Northern Colorado offers 137 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2023, 2,594 students graduated with students earning 1,548 Bachelor's degrees, 926 Master's degrees, and 120 Doctoral degrees.
Colorado Mesa University offers 141 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a small city. In 2023, 1,647 students graduated with students earning 1,146 Bachelor's degrees, 229 Associate's degrees, 197 Certificates, and 75 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 large suburb. In 2023, 89 students graduated with students earning 89 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 2023, 16 students graduated with students earning 16 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 2023, 586 students graduated with students earning 539 Certificates, and 47 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 2023, 143 students graduated with students earning 143 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 2023, 21 students graduated with students earning 21 Associate's degrees.
Pima Medical Institute-Denver offers 13 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large suburb. In 2023, 358 students graduated with students earning 186 Certificates, and 172 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 2023, 137 students graduated with students earning 96 Certificates, and 41 Associate's degrees.
IBMC College offers 7 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a midsize city. In 2023, 156 students graduated with students earning 153 Certificates, and 3 Associate's degrees.
Intellitec College-Grand Junction offers 14 degree programs. It's a small, private for-profit, two-year college in a small city. In 2023, 485 students graduated with students earning 391 Certificates, and 94 Associate's degrees.
Trinidad State College offers 51 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2023, 322 students graduated with students earning 191 Associate's degrees, 127 Certificates, and 4 Bachelor'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 | 2,173 | |
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United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO | 18 : 1 | 4,124 | |
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Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO | 22 : 1 | 7,599 | |
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University of Denver Denver, CO | 17 : 1 | 13,387 | |
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University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO | 26 : 1 | 41,432 | |