Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 16.3%
- Average SAT
- 1,370
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,260–1,480
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 31
- Total Enrollment
- 2,139
Admissions Overview
Colorado College is highly selective with a 16.3% acceptance rate. This means fewer than one in six applicants receives an offer. Students need strong academic credentials to compete. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1260 and 1480 on the SAT, with an average of 1370. The ACT average hits 31. The school draws most students from out of state, with only 24% coming from Colorado. The Block Plan attracts intellectually curious students who thrive on deep focus and intensive learning. Colorado College seeks students ready to dive completely into one subject at a time rather than juggling multiple courses.