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Western Colorado University
Gunnison,
CO
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate92%
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About Western Colorado University
Western Colorado University is a public, state university in the rural area of Gunnison, Colorado. Western Colorado University was founded in 1901. The college currently enrolls around 3,551 students per year, including 3,120 undergrads.
Western Colorado University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Western Colorado University. The acceptance rate at Western Colorado University is 92%. In 2022, 3,116 students applied to Western Colorado University and 2,862 were admitted.
| Western Colorado University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 92% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 37% |
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Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado,.
If you want to see Western Colorado University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Highway 50 to Gunnison, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional.
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College Info
Western Colorado University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Western Colorado University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Western Colorado University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Western Colorado University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1050 - 1240
Math SAT Range
510 - 600
Reading SAT Range
530 - 630
Western Colorado University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$26,128
In State$42,204
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$10,976
$27,052
Fees
$2,021
$2,021
Housing
$13,131
$13,131
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Western Colorado University is like? There are approximately 3,551 students enrolled at Western Colorado University, including 3,120 undergraduate students and 431 graduate students. 51% percent of students attend school full-time, 73% percent are from CO and 27% percent of students are from other states.
51%
Full Time48%
Part Time73%
In State27%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,551
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
92%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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