Cheapest Philosophy Colleges in Colorado

Metropolitan State University of Denver offers philosophy students the state's most affordable option at $14,294 net price, while graduates face a challenging job market with earnings ranging from $22,192 to $29,685. Colorado's tech sector, home to companies like Lockheed Martin and Ball Aerospace, increasingly values critical thinking skills that philosophy majors develop. The $21,743 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects Colorado's mix of accessible state schools and elite private institutions. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with six of the seven cheapest options being state-funded schools that benefit from the Colorado Opportunity Fund's tuition assistance.

Programs

$14,294 – $36,037

Net Price Range

$26,211

Avg. Program Earnings

58.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

10 Philosophy Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, Colorado	$14,294	$10,780	29.9%	97.9%
2	University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, Colorado	$16,431	$9,712	45.3%	84.8%
3	Fort Lewis College Durango, Colorado	$17,339	$9,670	43.1%	91.0%
4	University of Northern Colorado Greeley, Colorado	$18,457	$12,010	51.3%	78.5%
5	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, Colorado	$19,133	$10,017	47.4%	74.6%
6	Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado	$20,332	$12,896	66.9%	90.8%
7	University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, Colorado	$21,480	$16,430	75.0%	80.7%
8	Regis University Denver, Colorado	$22,689	$43,980	61.1%	76.1%
9	Colorado College Colorado Springs, Colorado	$31,678	$67,932	86.0%	16.3%
10	University of Denver Denver, Colorado	$36,037	$59,340	78.0%	77.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Metropolitan State University of Denver such an affordable choice for philosophy?

Metro State's $14,294 net price beats other Colorado schools by at least $2,000, while its $10,780 in-state tuition remains well below the state average. The school accepts 97.91% of applicants, making it accessible to students who might struggle to gain admission elsewhere.

How do philosophy earnings compare across Colorado schools?

Philosophy graduates see significant variation, with Metro State alumni earning $29,685 compared to Fort Lewis College graduates at $22,192. Colorado State University graduates fall in the middle at $28,236, suggesting that school choice impacts long-term earning potential by over $7,000 annually.

Is there a graduation rate penalty for choosing cheaper programs?

Not necessarily - Colorado State University achieves a 66.90% graduation rate at just $20,332 net price, outperforming more expensive options. However, the most affordable choice, Metro State, shows only a 29.90% completion rate, indicating that cost and student success don't always align.

Does the Colorado Opportunity Fund help philosophy students?

Yes, this state program provides tuition stipends that help reduce costs at public universities, explaining why in-state rates like Colorado Springs' $9,712 fall well below net prices. Philosophy students benefit equally from this program regardless of their major choice.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.