UCCS Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
91.2%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into UCCS and can I get accepted? The school has a 91% acceptance rate ranking it #17 in Colorado for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 9,224 out of 10,116 applicants were admitted making University of Colorado Colorado Springs an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 54 percent. University of Colorado Colorado Springs typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1010-1210Applicants Submitting SAT
81%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 510 |
| SAT Math 25th | 500 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1010 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 610 |
| SAT Math 75th | 600 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1210 |
| Average SAT Score | 1110 |
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
University of Colorado Colorado Springs typically requires applicants to be in the top 59 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 910. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1110 out of 1600. The school ranks #8 in Colorado for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 81 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1210 and Above | Good | >95% |
| 1110 to 1210 | Avg + | 91%-95% |
| 1010 to 1110 | Avg - | 86%-91% |
| 910 to 1010 | Reach | 78%-86% |
| Less than 910 | Low | <78% |
UCCS ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
20-26Applicants Submitting ACT
39%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 20 |
| ACT Math 25th | 19 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 26 |
| ACT Math 75th | 26 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into UCCS?
Admission data indicates that UCCS regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #8 in Colorado for highest average ACT composite score. 39 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >95% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 91%-95% |
| 20 to 23 | Avg - | 86%-91% |
| 17 to 20 | Reach | 78%-86% |
| Less than 17 | Low | <78% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.31Typical High School Grades
B+You will need above average high school grades to get into University of Colorado Colorado Springs. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Colorado Colorado Springs was 3.31 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #9 in Colorado for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.31 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UCCS accepts 91% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 18% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 15% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 17% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 20% | Avg + |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 24% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 6% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
70% of University of Colorado Colorado Springs freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 13% |
| Top 25% of class | 36% |
| Top 50% of class | 70% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 30% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 6% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 5,989 | 4,127 | 10,116 |
| Accepted | 5,506 | 3,718 | 9,224 |
| Acceptance Rate | 92% | 90% | 91% |
| Enrolled | 1,024 | 1,029 | 2,053 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 19% | 28% | 22% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Colorado Colorado Springs and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Colorado Colorado Springs prefer SAT or ACT?
81% of students submit their SAT scores to UCCS. 39% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
91% of those who apply are granted admission to UCCS. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1010 and 1210. 81% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Colorado Colorado Springs?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 39% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.