CU Denver Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into University of Colorado Denver
University of Colorado Denver
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
63.6%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into CU Denver and can I get accepted? The school has a 64% acceptance rate ranking it #9 in Colorado for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 7,200 out of 11,315 applicants were admitted making CU Denver a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 50 percent. University of Colorado Denver typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 24% 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
1020-1210Applicants Submitting SAT
80%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 510 |
| SAT Math 25th | 510 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1020 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 610 |
| SAT Math 75th | 600 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1210 |
| Average SAT Score | 1120 |
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Colorado Denver?
University of Colorado Denver typically requires applicants to be in the top 57 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1020 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 920. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1120 out of 1600. The school ranks #7 in Colorado for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 80 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 | >75% |
| 1115 to 1210 | Avg + | 64%-75% |
| 1020 to 1115 | Avg - | 51%-64% |
| 925 to 1020 | Reach | 38%-51% |
| Less than 925 | Low | <38% |
CU Denver ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
21-26Applicants Submitting ACT
35%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 20 |
| ACT Math 25th | 19 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 21 |
| 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 CU Denver?
Admission data indicates that CU Denver regularly accepts students with ACT's of 21 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 43 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 18 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 24 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #7 in Colorado for highest average ACT composite score. 35 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Colorado Denver.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >77% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 64%-77% |
| 21 to 23 | Avg - | 54%-64% |
| 19 to 21 | Reach | 43%-54% |
| Less than 19 | Low | <43% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.43Typical High School Grades
B+You will need above average high school grades to get into University of Colorado Denver. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Colorado Denver was 3.43 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #8 in Colorado for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as CU Denver accepts 64% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 33% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 17% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 17% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 14% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 16% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 2% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
81% of University of Colorado Denver freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 21% |
| Top 25% of class | 50% |
| Top 50% of class | 81% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 19% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 3% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 7,067 | 4,248 | 11,315 |
| Accepted | 4,500 | 2,700 | 7,200 |
| Acceptance Rate | 64% | 64% | 64% |
| Enrolled | 983 | 763 | 1,746 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 22% | 28% | 24% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Colorado Denver and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Colorado Denver prefer SAT or ACT?
80% of students submit their SAT scores to CU Denver. 35% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Colorado Denver?
64% of those who apply are granted admission to CU Denver. Admission competition is low 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 Denver?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1020 and 1210. 80% 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 Denver?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 26. 35% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.