Overview
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is a less selective public four-year institution in Denver, Colorado. The school accepts 74.6% of applicants and enrolls 10,686 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 74.6%
- Average SAT
- 1,145
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,030–1,260
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 24
- Total Enrollment
- 10,686
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
University of Colorado Denver operates across two main campuses: the downtown Auraria Campus and the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. You'll apply through the same system but specify which programs interest you, as this determines your campus location.
Submit your application through the CU system by December 1 for priority consideration, though rolling admissions continues into spring. You'll need transcripts, a personal statement, and standardized test scores. Colorado residents pay significantly less than out-of-state students.
The nursing program at Anschutz requires separate application steps and maintains much higher admission standards than the university overall. Engineering programs downtown also see more competition. If you're targeting these areas, strengthen your science and math coursework and apply early.
Housing fills quickly on the downtown campus, where you'll live among students from CU Denver, Metropolitan State, and Community College of Denver since all three schools share the Auraria Campus. The medical campus in Aurora has limited undergraduate housing options.
Many students commute, especially at the downtown location. Parking costs extra and spaces stay limited. The light rail connects both campuses to Denver International Airport and downtown, making public transit a practical option.
You'll complete orientation online before arriving. Academic advising happens within your specific school or college, so connect with your program advisors early to plan your course sequence properly.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $19,133/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $10,017
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $28,209
- Students Receiving Aid
- 26%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.4%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $64,270/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 71.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Colorado Denver require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
University of Colorado Denver has a test-optional admissions policy. Students can choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores with their application.
What is the application deadline for University of Colorado Denver?
University of Colorado Denver has rolling admissions with priority deadlines varying by program. Most undergraduate programs have a priority deadline of December 1 for fall admission.
Can I transfer credits to University of Colorado Denver?
University of Colorado Denver accepts transfer students and credits from regionally accredited institutions. Students must have a minimum 2.4 GPA from their previous college to be considered for admission.
Does University of Colorado Denver offer early decision or early action?
University of Colorado Denver does not offer early decision or early action programs. The school uses a rolling admissions process for most undergraduate programs.