Cheapest Teacher Education and Professional Development Colleges in Colorado

Metropolitan State University of Denver delivers teacher education training at just $14,294 net cost while producing graduates earning $38,721 annually. This combination of low debt and competitive salaries serves Colorado's growing need for educators in districts from Denver's urban schools to mountain communities. The state's eight programs span a $13,743 cost range, with public universities dominating affordability rankings. Colorado's teacher shortage, particularly acute in STEM subjects, creates immediate job prospects for new graduates.

Programs

$14,294 – $28,037

Net Price Range

$36,661

Avg. Program Earnings

52.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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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	Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, Colorado	$15,331	$9,712	41.5%	81.8%
3	University of Northern Colorado Greeley, Colorado	$18,457	$12,010	51.3%	78.5%
4	Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado	$20,332	$12,896	66.9%	90.8%
5	University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, Colorado	$21,480	$16,430	75.0%	80.7%
6	Regis University Denver, Colorado	$22,689	$43,980	61.1%	76.1%
7	Colorado Christian University Lakewood, Colorado	$25,458	$39,266	55.3%
8	Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design Lakewood, Colorado	$28,037	$23,720	36.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $24,449 cost difference between cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public universities like Metropolitan State ($14,294) and Colorado Mesa ($15,331) receive state funding that keeps costs low for residents. Private institutions like Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design charge $28,037 net cost despite smaller program sizes and specialized facilities.

How do graduation rates vary among Colorado's teacher education programs?

University of Colorado Boulder leads with a 75% graduation rate, while Metropolitan State University sits at 29.9% despite its affordability advantage. Colorado State University Fort Collins achieves 66.9% graduation rates at $20,332 net cost, showing strong academic support systems.

Does the Colorado Opportunity Fund significantly reduce education costs?

The fund provides tuition stipends for in-state students, helping explain why Colorado residents pay $10,780 at Metropolitan State compared to the $14,294 net price. This state support makes teacher preparation programs accessible to working adults and career changers.

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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.