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Western Colorado University

Public Gunnison, CO · Town · Rocky Mountains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
51%
Graduation Rate
$46,833
Earnings (10yr)
$16,425
Net Price
100%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Western Colorado University stands out with an acceptance rate of 100%. Every student who applies gets a chance to attend, making it an accessible option for those seeking higher education in the Colorado Rockies.

Looking at long-term outcomes, graduates from Western Colorado University earn a median salary of $46,833 a decade after enrolling. While the school does not have specific mobility data, the graduation rate sits at 51%, suggesting that students who persist can find financial stability in their careers.

The cost to attend is $16,425 net. With a median debt of $20,250, students can expect a manageable loan burden upon graduation. This school is well-suited for students interested in programs like Biology, Business, Psychology, and Social Sciences, where hands-on learning and community engagement are emphasized.

Rankings

How Western Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation51%Earnings 10yr$47KNet Price$16KRetention72%Median Debt$20KPell Grant Rate12%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$21K$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%527.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1474.9%MOBILITY77.85%

Cost & Financial Aid

$11,318
In-State Tuition
$24,434
Out-of-State
$16,425
Avg Net Price
$20,250
Median Debt
12%
Pell Grant Rate
20%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$11,490
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,868
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,908
Family Income $48K–$75K
$21,396
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$40,037
6 Years After Entry
$43,861
8 Years
$46,833
10 Years
0.43x
Debt-to-Earnings
54%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$40,037 6yr $43,861 8yr $46,833 10yr

Social Mobility

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

77.85%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1474.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
527.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$94,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.64
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.4%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 100%
Retention Rate 72%
SAT Average 1230
ACT Midpoint 24
SAT Range 1163–1353
ACT Range 22–26
Full-Time Faculty 68%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,628
Diversity Index 0.41
First-Gen Students 25%

Top Programs

Biology & Biomedical 16%
Business & Marketing 16%
Psychology 8%
Social Sciences 8%
English & Literature 7%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Communications 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%