At a glance
Average net price
$25,346
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
74.2%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
31,939
In-state tuition
$15,666
Out-of-state tuition
$44,918
Cost of attendance
$37,684
Median earnings (10y)
$69,738
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,357
- ACT midpoint
- 28
- Retention
- 90.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (40%), humanities & arts (22%), social sciences (20%).
- STEM40%
- Health1%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences20%
- Business17.3%~5,509 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering14.1%~4,507 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.3%~3,603 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication10.7%~3,424 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology9.2%~2,948 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences9.0%~2,868 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science6.5%~2,086 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,182 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~869 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~866 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture2.1%~658 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~610 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.4%~438 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~422 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education1.0%~332 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.9%~303 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.8%~268 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~256 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~256 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~246 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~141 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.3%~102 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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 | 2,288 | $49,673 | $21,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 1,152 | $34,383 | $20,500 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 956 | $69,804 | $19,974 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 820 | $42,963 | $19,433 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 661 | $30,428 | $20,330 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 590 | $87,191 | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 556 | $44,089 | $17,119 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 516 | $34,035 | $19,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 497 | $62,457 | $20,500 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 420 | $33,404 | $21,000 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 417 | $71,135 | $25,039 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 407 | $34,274 | $17,819 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 405 | $40,409 | $17,500 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 403 | $30,230 | $23,331 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 343 | $98,654 | — |
| Law. | First professional | 340 | $58,611 | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 300 | $34,145 | $17,889 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 292 | $31,463 | $21,900 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Master's | 288 | $85,254 | — |
| Environmental Design. | Bachelor's | 279 | $34,307 | $23,641 |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 257 | $34,353 | $17,600 |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 220 | $93,907 | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 216 | $48,947 | $20,960 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 199 | $76,200 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master's | 188 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 187 | $29,747 | $19,522 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 182 | $79,580 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 168 | $23,631 | $17,905 |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 163 | $42,374 | $20,635 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 145 | $34,609 | $20,185 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 141 | $24,668 | $20,000 |
| Biochemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 134 | $48,106 | $15,000 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics. | Bachelor's | 134 | $37,212 | $22,324 |
| Engineering, General. | Master's | 132 | $105,752 | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 131 | $68,046 | $20,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 131 | $24,382 | $19,000 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General. | Bachelor's | 126 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 126 | $24,880 | $20,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 126 | $26,921 | $21,500 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 125 | $38,625 | $15,750 |
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 University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder is a very large institution located in Boulder, Colorado, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 31,939 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Engineering, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Colorado Boulder — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,346 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $15,666 for in-state students and $44,918 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $37,684 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 74.2%, a strong completion outcome. 90.1% 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 $69,738 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Colorado Boulder confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Engineering, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (40% of credentials), humanities & arts (22% of credentials), social sciences (20% 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
University of Colorado Boulder accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,357. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 28.
Location & campus
Set in Boulder, Colorado (city), University of Colorado Boulder 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 University of Colorado Boulder
Q.How much does University of Colorado Boulder cost?
The average net price at University of Colorado Boulder is $25,346 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $37,684.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Colorado Boulder?
University of Colorado Boulder has a 6-year graduation rate of 74.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Colorado Boulder?
University of Colorado Boulder admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Colorado Boulder graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Colorado Boulder graduate earns $69,738 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Colorado Boulder?
Published tuition is $15,666 in-state and $44,918 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Colorado Boulder located?
University of Colorado Boulder is located in Boulder, Colorado (ZIP 80309).
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 University of Colorado Boulder at their official website.