Fort Collins, CO · Boulder, CO · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | University of Colorado Boulder | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 89.6% | 83.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $12,896 | $16,430 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $33,751 | $41,943 |
| Average Net Price | $19,828 | $22,640 |
| Graduation Rate | 67.0% | 75.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Colorado State University-Fort Collins accepts 89.6% of applicants. University of Colorado Boulder accepts 83.3%. Colorado State University-Fort Collins's in-state tuition is $12,896. University of Colorado Boulder's is $16,430. Colorado State University-Fort Collins is cheaper. Colorado State University-Fort Collins graduates 67% of students in 6 years. University of Colorado Boulder graduates 75%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Colorado Boulder. It accepts 83.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Colorado State University-Fort Collins, on average. After aid, students pay $19,828/year versus $22,640/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Colorado Boulder: 75% of students finish in 6 years. Colorado State University-Fort Collins is at 67%.
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.