DU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 77.81%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1320. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $61,398
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at DU:
- Total Enrollment: 12,813, including 2,787 online students
- 6,614 Undergraduate, 6,199 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.5% men, 60.5% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 76%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 89%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 287 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 139 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
DU Overview
University of Denver (DU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Denver, CO. It has a women's college - Colorado Women's College. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The DU's tuition & fees is $61,398 for the academic year 2024-2025. 90% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $34,254.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,813 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).
DU's acceptance rate is 77.81% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 9.15%. The median SAT score is 1320 and the ACT score is 31.
DU ranked 76th in National Universities and 3rd in Colorado Colleges rankings. University of Denver is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Denver is $61,398. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $42,173.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $63,527 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $30,482.
| Undergraduate | $61,398 |
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| Graduate | $42,173 |
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| Undergraduate | $63,527 |
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| Graduate | $30,482 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Denver offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at DU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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