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University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) vs Oregon State

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) and Oregon State University (OSU), located in the vibrant city of Corvallis, Oregon, stand as two distinct academic powerhouses. While both institutions share a commitment to academic excellence and student success, they offer unique experiences shaped by their diverse locations, academic strengths, and student demographics. UCCS boasts a higher acceptance rate, making it a more accessible option for aspiring students. OSU, on the other hand, enjoys a slightly higher graduation rate, indicating its dedication to nurturing students' academic journeys. Explore our comprehensive comparison table to delve into further details, including popular majors, student body composition, and additional factors that set these universities apart, helping you make an informed decision that aligns with your academic aspirations and personal preferences.
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University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Overview

Location Corvallis, Oregon Colorado Springs, Colorado
Campus setting City: Small 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 87.0% 67.0%
Common app member Yes Yes
Religious affiliation

Admission

Acceptance rate 89.2% 95.3%
Application fees
Undergraduate: $65
Graduate: $75
Undergraduate: $50
Graduate: $60
SAT range 1120 - 1370 N/A
ACT range 21 - 28 N/A
Students submitting SAT score 25.0%
Students submitting ACT score 13.0%
Total number of applicants 23,188 11,900
Total number of admissions given out 20,687 11,337
Admitted students who chose to enroll 3,965 1,409
Yield rate 19.2% 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: $29,393
Out of state: $48,784
In state: $26,306
Out of state: $38,762
Average net price $20,318 $15,547
Tuition
In state: $10,065
Out of state: $29,456
In state: $7,296
Out of state: $19,752
Room & board
Room/dormitory: $10,260
Meal plan: $4,500
$11,458
Available payment plans
  • Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid

Students receiving financial aid

(Grants & scholarships)

 87.0%
Average amount $9,156 		71.0%
Average amount $6,940
Students receiving federal student loan 28.0%
Average amount $4,944 		34.0%
Average amount $5,047
Students taking out private loans 4.0%
Average amount $18,709 		7.0%
Average amount $15,415

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students 27,564
Men 52.0% Women 48.0% 		10,002
Men 45.8% Women 54.2%
Graduate students 5,629
Men 46.2% Women 53.8% 		2,029
Men 40.0% Women 60.0%
Racial/ethnic diversity
Low
Low
Out-of-state students 35.8% 22.0%
International students 7.6% 1.3%
Campus local/setting City: Small City: Large
Dormitory capacity 5,055 1,719
First year students are required to live on campus? No No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from Oregon California Washington Hawaii Colorado Colorado Texas California Illinois Minnesota

Academics

Popular study areas
  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Natural Resources and Conservation
  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences
  • Health Professions
  • Business
  • Health Professions
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Communication and Journalism
Students to faculty ratio 18:1 16:1
Institutional accreditation Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities Higher Learning Commission

Outcome

Graduation rate 68.2% 44.1%
Dropout rate 10.0% 16.8%
Transferred out 18.9% 35.6%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration (First Professional Degrees)
  • Year 1: $114,696
  • Year 2: $124,122
  • Year 3: $129,702
Education, General (Doctoral Degrees)
  • Year 1: N/A
  • Year 2: $82,440
  • Year 3: $105,213
Mechanical Engineering (Master's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $87,539
  • Year 2: $78,719
  • Year 3: $92,424
Veterinary Medicine (First Professional Degrees)
  • Year 1: $79,421
  • Year 2: N/A
  • Year 3: $87,236
Computer Science (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $74,600
  • Year 2: $73,446
  • Year 3: $84,460
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $70,654
  • Year 2: $73,035
  • Year 3: $83,827
Construction Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $73,542
  • Year 2: $71,295
  • Year 3: $81,840
Industrial Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $65,943
  • Year 2: $67,420
  • Year 3: $76,191
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: $66,476
  • Year 2: $62,863
  • Year 3: $76,134
Manufacturing Engineering (Bachelor's Degrees)
  • Year 1: N/A
  • Year 2: $69,338
  • Year 3: $75,733
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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