Denver, CO · Gunnison, CO · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | Western Colorado University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 98.8% | 99.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $11,124 | $11,318 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | N/A | $24,434 |
| Average Net Price | $14,584 | $17,711 |
| Graduation Rate | 32.0% | 50.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 18,453 | 3,568 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 14 | 17 |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Metropolitan State University of Denver accepts 98.8% of applicants; Western Colorado University accepts 99.7%. Tuition is close: $11,124 at Metropolitan State University of Denver, $11,318 at Western Colorado University. Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates 32% of students in 6 years. Western Colorado University graduates 50%.
Bottom Line
After aid, the average student pays $14,584/year at Metropolitan State University of Denver and $17,711/year at Western Colorado University. Metropolitan State University of Denver is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Metropolitan State University of Denver. It accepts 98.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Metropolitan State University of Denver, on average. After aid, students pay $14,584/year versus $17,711/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Western Colorado University: 50% of students finish in 6 years. Metropolitan State University of Denver is at 32%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.