Overview
Enrollment
Adams State University, located in Alamosa, Colorado, is a public institution that was established in 1921. The university's rural setting provides a picturesque campus spread over 90 acres in the San Luis Valley, with easy access to the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Known for its diverse program offerings, Adams State is particularly notable for its strengths in education, business, and nursing. The institution attracts a mix of traditional and non-traditional students with a variety of on-campus living options available to foster a collegial environment. Adams State has a broad acceptance policy and its academic calendar is structured on a semester-based system. While the university supports various athletic teams, known as the Grizzlies, it is not predominantly recognized for athletic prowess.
In the most recent statistical year 1,580 prospective students applied, and 1,567 were granted admission. Of those admitted 303 enrolled in the school. 1,755 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,099 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,072 plus fees of $3,704. Adams State College is ranked 893 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Adams State College is rated within the lower 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Adams State College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#893 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#350 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Colorado
#10 in Best Public Colleges in Colorado
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Colorado
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 910/1130 |
| ACT | 15/26 |
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Colorado Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 |
| Other Fees | $3,704 |
| Room and Board | $9,220 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,186 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,982 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 |
| Other Fees | $3,704 |
| Room and Board | $9,220 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,186 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,054 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 27% |
| Business | 26% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=126182 IPEDS survey data for Adams State College.
Current students may use the Adams State College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.