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Metropolitan State University of Denver stands out among Colorado's Research and Experimental Psychology programs with a net cost of just $14,294, nearly $17,000 less than the second cheapest option. This cost advantage proves particularly valuable as graduates enter Colorado's tech-heavy job market, where companies like Ball Aerospace increasingly rely on user experience researchers and human factors specialists. The state's five programs show dramatic price variation, ranging up to $31,678 at Colorado College, while earnings span from $22,771 to $33,119.
5
Programs
$14,294 – $31,678
Net Price Range
$28,670
Avg. Program Earnings
55.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Research and Experimental Psychology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,294 $10,780 29.9% 97.9%
2 $19,133 $10,017 47.4% 74.6%
3 $22,689 $43,980 61.1% 76.1%
4 $25,458 $39,266 55.3%
5 $31,678 $67,932 86.0% 16.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Metropolitan State University of Denver the most affordable option for Research and Experimental Psychology?

Metropolitan State University charges a net cost of $14,294, with in-state tuition at just $10,780. The university's 97.91% acceptance rate makes it accessible to most applicants, though the 29.90% graduation rate suggests students should prepare for academic challenges.

How do graduation rates compare across Colorado's Research and Experimental Psychology programs?

Colorado College leads with an 86% graduation rate but costs $31,678 net, while Metropolitan State's 29.90% rate reflects the challenge of balancing affordability with completion. University of Colorado Denver offers a middle ground at 47.40% graduation rate for $19,133 net cost.

Does higher program cost translate to better earnings for psychology graduates in Colorado?

Metropolitan State graduates actually earn the highest at $33,119 despite having the lowest program cost. Colorado Christian University graduates earn $22,771 while paying $25,458 net, showing that program price doesn't always predict salary outcomes.

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