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University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) vs Eastern Washington University

Nestled in the picturesque Rocky Mountains, University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) and Eastern Washington University (EWU), located in the vibrant city of Cheney, offer distinct educational experiences. UCCS boasts a higher acceptance rate, making it a more accessible option for aspiring students. In contrast, EWU's smaller student body fosters a close-knit community. While both universities offer a diverse range of majors, UCCS excels in engineering and business, while EWU shines in education and nursing. Discover more about these institutions by exploring the comprehensive comparison table, which delves into acceptance rates, popular majors, student demographics, and graduation rates, empowering you to make an informed decision that aligns with your academic aspirations and personal preferences.
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Eastern Washington University

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Overview

Location Cheney, Washington Colorado Springs, Colorado
Campus setting Town: Fringe City: Large
College type 4 year 4 year
Control/business model Public Public
Calendar system Quarter Semester
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate 67.0% 67.0%
Common app member Yes Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission

Acceptance rate 97.1% 95.3%
Application fees
Undergraduate: $60
Graduate: $75
Undergraduate: $50
Graduate: $60
SAT range N/A N/A
ACT range N/A N/A
Students submitting SAT score
Students submitting ACT score
Total number of applicants 4,232 11,900
Total number of admissions given out 4,108 11,337
Admitted students who chose to enroll 1,305 1,409
Yield rate 31.8% 12.4%
Test scores (SAT/ACT) N/A N/A
High school GPA Required Not required
Recommendation letters Not required Not required
High school transcript Not required Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL) Required Not required

Tuition and Fees

Sticker price
In state: $22,889
Out of state: $40,715
In state: $26,306
Out of state: $38,762
Average net price $13,650 $15,547
Tuition
In state: $6,896
Out of state: $24,722
In state: $7,296
Out of state: $19,752
Room & board
Room/dormitory: $7,210
Meal plan: $5,850
$11,458
Available payment plans
  • Tuition payment plan
  • Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid

Students receiving financial aid

(Grants & scholarships)

 92.0%
Average amount $8,167 		71.0%
Average amount $6,940
Students receiving federal student loan 33.0%
Average amount $4,615 		34.0%
Average amount $5,047
Students taking out private loans 3.0%
Average amount $11,314 		7.0%
Average amount $15,415

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students 8,217
Men 42.6% Women 57.4% 		10,002
Men 45.8% Women 54.2%
Graduate students 2,675
Men 30.7% Women 69.3% 		2,029
Men 40.0% Women 60.0%
Racial/ethnic diversity
Low
Low
Out-of-state students N/A 22.0%
International students 0.9% 1.3%
Campus local/setting Town: Fringe City: Large
Dormitory capacity 1,788 1,719
First year students are required to live on campus? No No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from N/A Colorado Texas California Illinois Minnesota

Academics

Popular study areas
  • Business
  • Education
  • Health Professions
  • Psychology
  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences
  • Business
  • Health Professions
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Communication and Journalism
Students to faculty ratio 20:1 16:1
Institutional accreditation Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities Higher Learning Commission

Outcome

Graduation rate 49.6% 44.1%
Dropout rate 47.2% 16.8%
Transferred out N/A 35.6%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Doctoral Degrees)
  • Year 1: $71,516
  • Year 2: $75,130
  • Year 3: $76,175
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $62,738
  • Year 2: $63,335
  • Year 3: $70,016
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $63,361
  • Year 2: $62,707
  • Year 3: $67,620
Computer and Information Sciences, General (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $59,357
  • Year 2: $56,979
  • Year 3: $67,340
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $69,595
  • Year 2: $66,355
  • Year 3: $64,552
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: N/A
  • Year 2: $52,107
  • Year 3: $63,074
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $56,780
  • Year 2: $55,770
  • Year 3: $62,367
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $59,875
  • Year 2: $52,107
  • Year 3: $61,920
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $55,800
  • Year 2: $54,331
  • Year 3: $59,835
Education, General (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $49,118
  • Year 2: $53,894
  • Year 3: $59,009
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $96,442
  • Year 2: $92,358
  • Year 3: $103,568
Computer Science (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $67,849
  • Year 2: $67,240
  • Year 3: $77,111
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $68,511
  • Year 2: $69,338
  • Year 3: $76,950
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $67,374
  • Year 2: $71,015
  • Year 3: $74,444
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $58,567
  • Year 2: $56,544
  • Year 3: $64,874
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $59,473
  • Year 2: $59,441
  • Year 3: $63,152
Educational Administration and Supervision (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $42,437
  • Year 2: $45,048
  • Year 3: $53,324
Public Administration (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $50,674
  • Year 2: $44,170
  • Year 3: $49,511
Economics (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $39,542
  • Year 2: $40,089
  • Year 3: $48,299
Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $41,745
  • Year 2: $40,521
  • Year 3: $47,859

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