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University of Denver

Private nonprofit Denver, CO · Urban · Rocky Mountains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
77%
Graduation Rate
$71,155
Earnings (10yr)
$36,131
Net Price
78%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

The University of Denver has a 10-year earnings average of $71,155, highlighting strong return on investment for graduates. This earning potential positions the school as a solid choice for students focusing on their financial future. A diverse range of top programs, including Business, Psychology, and the Arts, attracts a variety of students aiming for successful careers.

Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on economic mobility is not available for the University of Denver, making it difficult to assess how well the school lifts students from lower-income backgrounds. However, the graduation rate sits at 77%, which indicates a solid support system for students as they navigate their academic journeys. This can play a crucial role in overall student success and future opportunities.

The net price of attending the University of Denver is $36,131, and the median debt for graduates is $21,844. This debt level suggests that while students may take on some financial burden, it remains manageable relative to their potential earnings. Students thriving here tend to be those interested in business, social sciences, and the arts, and who are looking for a vibrant campus experience in a city known for its outdoor lifestyle and cultural offerings.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation77%Earnings 10yr$71KNet Price$36KRetention89%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate14%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$20K$0-30K$16K$30-48K$23K$48-75K$47K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%297.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4734.5%MOBILITY141.05%

Cost & Financial Aid

$61,398
In-State Tuition
$61,398
Out-of-State
$36,131
Avg Net Price
$21,844
Median Debt
14%
Pell Grant Rate
28%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$20,097
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,211
Family Income $30K–$48K
$22,940
Family Income $48K–$75K
$47,222
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$57,118
6 Years After Entry
$63,910
8 Years
$71,155
10 Years
0.31x
Debt-to-Earnings
79%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$57,118 6yr $63,910 8yr $71,155 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

141.05%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4734.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
297.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$152,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.87
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.5%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.731%
Inventor Rate
48
Total Patents
240
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 78%
Retention Rate 89%
SAT Average 1355
ACT Midpoint 29
SAT Range 1240–1410
ACT Range 28–33
Full-Time Faculty 53%
Faculty Salary (mo) $13,010
Diversity Index 0.52
First-Gen Students 19%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 32%
Social Sciences 16%
Psychology 12%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 6%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Communications 6%
Engineering 4%