Cheapest Political Science and Government Colleges in Colorado

Colorado State University Pueblo stands out with the state's lowest net price at $12,948 for Political Science and Government majors, making quality education remarkably accessible. The $23,089 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options reveals significant cost variations across Colorado's 15 programs. State funding through the Colorado Opportunity Fund helps keep public university costs manageable, with in-state tuition ranging from $9,401 to $16,430 at most public institutions. Political science graduates find strong career prospects in Colorado's government sector, from the state capitol in Denver to federal agencies like NOAA and NIST with major operations in Boulder. The state's aerospace and defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin and Ball Aerospace, also recruit political science majors for policy analysis and government relations roles.

Programs

$12,948 – $36,037

Net Price Range

$33,858

Avg. Program Earnings

53.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

15 Political Science and Government Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, Colorado	$12,948	$9,401	38.0%	98.8%
2	Adams State University Alamosa, Colorado	$14,173	$9,776	31.6%	99.2%
3	Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, Colorado	$14,294	$10,780	29.9%	97.9%
4	Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, Colorado	$15,331	$9,712	41.5%	81.8%
5	University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, Colorado	$16,431	$9,712	45.3%	84.8%
6	Western Colorado University Gunnison, Colorado	$16,773	$11,083	50.7%	91.9%
7	Fort Lewis College Durango, Colorado	$17,339	$9,670	43.1%	91.0%
8	University of Northern Colorado Greeley, Colorado	$18,457	$12,010	51.3%	78.5%
9	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, Colorado	$19,133	$10,017	47.4%	74.6%
10	Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado	$20,332	$12,896	66.9%	90.8%
11	University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, Colorado	$21,480	$16,430	75.0%	80.7%
12	Regis University Denver, Colorado	$22,689	$43,980	61.1%	76.1%
13	Colorado Christian University Lakewood, Colorado	$25,458	$39,266	55.3%
14	Colorado College Colorado Springs, Colorado	$31,678	$67,932	86.0%	16.3%
15	University of Denver Denver, Colorado	$36,037	$59,340	78.0%	77.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Colorado State University Pueblo the most affordable option?

Colorado State University Pueblo offers the lowest net price at $12,948 with an in-state tuition of just $9,401. The school accepts 98.79% of applicants, making admission highly accessible. While the graduation rate sits at 38%, the combination of low cost and open admission creates opportunities for students seeking an affordable path into political science.

How much do private schools cost compared to public options?

Private institutions range from $22,689 at Regis University to $36,037 at University of Denver, significantly higher than public options. Colorado College charges the highest sticker price at $67,932 but offers substantial aid, bringing net cost to $31,678. Public schools maintain much lower costs, with the highest public net price at University of Colorado Boulder reaching only $21,480.

Where do Political Science graduates earn the most after graduation?

University of Colorado Boulder graduates earn the highest at $39,369 annually, despite the program costing $21,480 net. Colorado College graduates earn $37,568 with significantly higher education costs. Metropolitan State University Denver offers strong value with graduates earning $35,594 while paying just $14,294 net price, creating an excellent return on investment.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Colorado?

Higher-cost programs generally show better graduation rates, with Colorado College leading at 86% and University of Denver at 78%. However, University of Colorado Boulder achieves a 75% graduation rate while maintaining a moderate $21,480 net cost. The lowest-cost schools like Adams State University show 31.6% graduation rates, reflecting the trade-off between affordability and completion outcomes.

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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.