Overview
Enrollment
The University of Denver, located near the heart of Denver, Colorado, is a private institution that combines a liberal arts ethos with major research endeavors. Established in 1864, it's the oldest independent private university in the Rocky Mountain Region of the United States. The campus, known for its Richardsonian Romanesque architecture, covers 125 acres and offers a scenic environment complemented by the nearby Rocky Mountains. The University enrolls a diverse student body and provides a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in business, international studies, and psychology. Housing is provided for students with the majority of undergraduates living on campus. The University of Denver maintains a selective admissions process. Athletically, the university is recognized for its notable men's ice hockey team, known as the Denver Pioneers, which competes in NCAA Division I.
In the most recent statistical year 19,342 prospective students applied, and 15,024 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,638 enrolled in the school. 8,637 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,097 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $55,260 plus fees of $1,179. DU is ranked 82 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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DU is rated within the top 18% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Denver within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#82 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#75 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Colorado
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Colorado
#267 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Colorado
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1220/1400 |
| ACT | 28/32 |
| GPA | 3.72 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,179 |
| Room and Board | $15,470 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,150 |
| Total One Year Cost | $76,059 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 42% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=127060 IPEDS survey data for University of Denver.
Current students may use the University of Denver GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.