Adams State Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,824
- Out-of-State Tuition: $21,944
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Adams State:
- Total Enrollment: 2,901, including 1,544 online students
- 1,605 Undergraduate, 1,296 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44.4% men, 55.6% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 39%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 51%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 36 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 7 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 13 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Adams State Overview
Adams State University (Adams State) is a four-year, public school located in Alamosa, CO. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Adams State's tuition & fees is $9,824 for Colorado residents and $21,944 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 64% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,501.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,901 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
Adams State ranked 9th in Colorado Colleges rankings. Adams State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Adams State University is $9,824 for in-state students and $21,944 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $5,898 for in-state students and $5,898 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,872 for Colorado residents and $22,040 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $3,337 for Colorado residents and $2,643 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,824 | $21,944 |
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| Graduate | $5,898 | $5,898 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,872 | $22,040 |
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| Graduate | $3,337 | $2,643 |
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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
Adams State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Adams State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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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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