2025 Most Expensive Colorado Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 21 four-year Colorado colleges is $27,989, reflecting a -8.33% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 21 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 16 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 2 colleges.

Colorado College ranks as the most expensive Colorado colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $70,734. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Colorado College remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are University of Denver at$61,398 and Colorado School of Mines at$45,824 both consistently recognized among the Colorado Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Colorado Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 75.95%, and the average SAT score is 1,252, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Colorado Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Colorado Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Colorado College Colorado Springs, COPrivate, 4-year $70,734
$2,802		$31,350
$2,450		18.47%2,0561,34088.00%9 to 1
2
-		University of Denver Denver, COPrivate, 4-year $61,398
$2,058		$42,173
$16,174		77.81%12,8131,32076.00%9 to 1
3
-		Colorado School of Mines Golden, COPublic, 4-year $45,824
($21,914)
$1,448		$45,824
($22,100)
$1,448		60.69%8,0441,40082.00%18 to 1
4
1		University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, COPublic, 4-year $42,970
($15,214)
$1,027		$38,802
($16,634)
$782		78.08%38,7991,34074.00%19 to 1
5
1		Naropa University Boulder, COPrivate, 4-year $36,620
$2,020		$22,412
$38		100.00%1,094-37.00%10 to 1
6
1		Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, COPublic, 4-year $35,061
($13,373)
$1,296		$30,813
($14,125)
$1,027		88.54%34,096-67.00%17 to 1
7
1		Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, COPublic, 4-year $30,684
($11,124)
$1,181		$13,033
($11,017)
$319		98.80%18,4531,01032.00%14 to 1
8
1		University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, COPublic, 4-year $29,391
($10,383)
$1,182		$27,154
($9,298)
$1,107		74.68%23,1241,10046.00%17 to 1
9
1		Colorado Christian University Lakewood, COPrivate, 4-year $28,846
$1,038		$15,394
$1,339		-9,951-64.00%17 to 1
10
6		Regis University Denver, COPrivate, 4-year $28,140
$15,840		$24,300
$8,107		86.46%4,605-61.00%11 to 1
Average$40,967
($14,402)		$29,126
($14,635)		75.95%15,3041,25262.70%14 to 1