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Western Colorado University

Gunnison, CO·Public·~100% acceptance

Western Colorado University is a public university in Gunnison, CO. Admissions are accessible, with about 100% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $16,425 per year after financial aid. About 51% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $46,833 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$16,425/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $25,736
Aid cuts ~$9,311/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
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EA
RD
Aug 22, 2027

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Admissions
GPA range3.23–3.73
SAT (middle 50%)1163–1353
ACT (middle 50%)22–26
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
51%
graduation rate
72%
freshman retention
$40,037
median earnings, 6yr
$46,833
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Western Colorado University's acceptance rate?
Western Colorado University admits about 100% of applicants.
How much does Western Colorado University cost?
At Western Colorado University, the average net price after aid is about $16,425 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $25,736 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Western Colorado University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1163–1353 on the SAT and 22–26 on the ACT.
What are Western Colorado University's application deadlines?
Western Colorado University's deadline is Regular Decision around Aug 22, 2027. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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