University of Colorado Colorado Springs

The acceptance rate at University of Colorado Colorado Springs is 95%. Out of 11,902 applications received in 2023, 11,337 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to University of Colorado Colorado Springs, the fee for the application is $50.

University of Colorado Colorado Springs Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Colorado Colorado Springs's admissions stats.

University of Colorado Colorado Springs 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	44%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	12%
Waitlist	No

University of Colorado Colorado Springs Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Colorado Colorado Springs.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to University of Colorado Colorado Springs

For more information on transferring to University of Colorado Colorado Springs, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Colorado Colorado Springs

University of Colorado Colorado Springs has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Colorado Colorado Springs

What does University of Colorado Colorado Springs consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Colorado Colorado Springs for more information on admission factors.

University of Colorado Colorado Springs Application Requirements

To apply to University of Colorado Colorado Springs, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Colorado Colorado Springs's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

Students admitted to University of Colorado Colorado Springs have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 66% submitted a class rank. At University of Colorado Colorado Springs 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 33% were in the top 25% and 66% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Colorado Colorado Springs, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	17.3%
3.75 and 3.99	13%
3.50 and 3.74	15.6%
3.25 and 3.49	15.8%
3.00 and 3.24	12.5%
2.50 and 2.9	19.3%
2.00 and 2.49	6%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Colorado Colorado Springs directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Colorado Colorado Springs has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 44% of University of Colorado Colorado Springs's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 12% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

To be competitive with other University of Colorado Colorado Springs applicants, you should strive to score between 1030 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Colorado Colorado Springs 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 1030, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Colorado Colorado Springs students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Colorado Colorado Springs students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Colorado Colorado Springs, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Colorado Colorado Springs's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Colorado Colorado Springs students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Colorado Colorado Springs during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Colorado Colorado Springs.

Does University of Colorado Colorado Springs accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Colorado Colorado Springs accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

❌ No, University of Colorado Colorado Springs is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Colorado Colorado Springs's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Colorado Colorado Springs is 95%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Colorado Colorado Springs?

❌ University of Colorado Colorado Springs does not offer early decision.

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