University of Colorado Boulder

    Boulder, CO · Public · Doctoral / R1 research university

    SAT middle 50% (admitted students)
    1240–1430
    Median ~1335
    Acceptance rate
    78%
    Enrollment
    31,939
    ACT middle 50%
    29–33

    Tuition and outcomes

    Tuition (in-state)
    $15,666
    Tuition (out-of-state)
    $44,918
    Median earnings 10 years after entry
    $69,738
    4-year completion rate (150% time)
    74%

    Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent available year. Tuition excludes room, board, fees, and books.

    How your SAT score lines up

    At University of Colorado Boulder, 25% of admitted students score below 1240 and 25% score above 1430. Scoring at the 75th percentile or higher makes the SAT a positive factor in your application.

    • 1470+ SAT: Strong — above the 75th percentile of admitted students.
    • 1430 SAT (75th percentile): Competitive — at or above the 75th percentile.
    • 1335 SAT (median): In range — near the median of admitted students.
    • 1240 SAT (25th percentile): Low end — within the 25th–50th percentile band.
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    FAQs

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    University of Colorado Boulder's admitted students have a middle-50% SAT range of 1240–1430, with a median around 1335. To be competitive, aim for 1430+ — this puts you at or above the 75th percentile of admitted students.

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    University of Colorado Boulder's most recently reported acceptance rate is approximately 78%.

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    In-state tuition is approximately $15,666 and out-of-state is approximately $44,918. These figures exclude room, board, and fees.

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    Many US universities adjusted test policies after 2020. Check University of Colorado Boulder's admissions page for current test-optional, test-required, or test-flexible policy.

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