Denver, CO

Metropolitan State University of Denver

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a four-year, public school located in Denver, CO.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

99% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 11,622 applied, 11,483 accepted, and 2,196 enrolled in Metropolitan State University of Denver.
1,002 men and 1,064 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,010 SAT, 22 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,010 and ACT score is 22. The SAT score of 1010 is a little bit lower than average, 41 to 50 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total88010101130
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing450510570
Math430500560
ACT Score
Composite172226
Math172225
English192225
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $11,124 for Colorado residents and $30,684 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $11,017 for Colorado residents and $13,033 for others.
Tuition has increased by 4.00% compared to last year at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

9,074 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,179.
For freshmen, 1,180 students (76%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $9,341.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 18,453 students enrolled Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2025.
By gender, 8,180 men and 10,273 women students are enrolled.
There are 17,274 undergraduate and 1,179 graduate students.
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136 Major Programs

  • 10 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Metropolitan State University of Denver is 32%.
The retention rate is 63% for full-time and 63% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
32%
Retention Rate
63%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,457 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Metropolitan State University of Denver and the average faculty salary is $91,331. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 2,348 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $81,708.
Number of Faculties
1,457
Average Faculty Salary
$91,331
Number of Staffs
2,348
Average Staff Salary
$81,708

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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