Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, Colorado · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$29,500
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.4%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
5,549
In-state tuition
$41,342
Out-of-state tuition
$41,342
Cost of attendance
$54,242
Median earnings (10y)
$50,416
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 83.7%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (35%), humanities & arts (26%), business (19%).
- STEM3%
- Health13%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts26%
- Social sciences35%
- Trades & services4%
- Psychology25.7%~1,424 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business18.8%~1,043 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions13.1%~728 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Theology12.3%~681 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education9.1%~507 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts5.5%~305 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.5%~193 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~141 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English2.4%~132 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.6%~89 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~75 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.6%~33 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.6%~33 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.3%~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.2%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 248 | $46,126 | $24,870 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 218 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 205 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 174 | $62,598 | $54,709 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 165 | $40,699 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 153 | $32,671 | $44,088 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 107 | $54,777 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 106 | $30,864 | $27,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 105 | — | $32,500 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Associate's | 100 | — | $40,475 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 99 | $40,853 | $51,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 73 | — | $35,750 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 69 | $39,906 | $51,361 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 63 | — | $32,605 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Master's | 62 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 62 | $52,258 | $41,848 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $18,500 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 52 | $47,103 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 51 | $40,996 | $43,274 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 46 | $31,301 | $26,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 37 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $35,886 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 29 | $42,138 | $48,125 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 29 | — | $34,750 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 25 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. | Master's | 20 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 18 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Outdoor Education. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Colorado Christian University
Colorado Christian University is a large institution located in Lakewood, Colorado, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 5,549 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Psychology, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Colorado Christian University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,500 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $41,342 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $54,242 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 83.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $50,416 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Colorado Christian University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Psychology, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (35% of credentials), humanities & arts (26% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Lakewood, Colorado (suburb), Colorado Christian University draws students from across Colorado and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Colorado Christian University
Q.How much does Colorado Christian University cost?
The average net price at Colorado Christian University is $29,500 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $54,242.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Colorado Christian University?
Colorado Christian University has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Colorado Christian University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Colorado Christian University graduate earns $50,416 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Colorado Christian University?
Published tuition is $41,342 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Colorado Christian University located?
Colorado Christian University is located in Lakewood, Colorado (ZIP 80226).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Colorado Christian University at their official website.