Colorado Christian University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Colorado Christian University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Undenominational
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Colorado Christian University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Lakewood, Colorado. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,730, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The university offers 67 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 55%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $26,668.
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- #4 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Colorado
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcriptRequired
High school rank--
Letter of recommendationRequired for some
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
9k
Students enrolled
73%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
64%
Unknown
3%
Black
12%
Hispanic
13%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
20% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
82
Total Online Enrollment
6,038
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.73% online, 27% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
35% On-campus
65% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates92% online
Associate94% online
Bachelor's40% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's96% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $26,668 | $26,668 |
| Graduate | $15,509 | $15,509 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,362 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,614 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,100 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,614 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,614 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $41,644 | $41,644 |
| Off-campus without family | $41,644 | $40,382 |
| Off-campus with family | $29,282 | $29,282 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
20%
State Grant Aid
17%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
20%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$28k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. | |||
| 16 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 19 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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