University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1240 and 1430 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 28
Popular programs at University of Colorado Boulder
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 1,087 | |
| 2 | Psychology, General. | 567 | |
| 3 | Computer Science. | 473 | |
| 4 | Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | 409 | |
| 5 | Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | 310 | |
| 6 | Economics. | 284 | |
| 7 | Mechanical Engineering. | 235 | |
| 8 | Political Science and Government. | 235 | |
| 9 | Sociology. | 216 | |
| 10 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 214 | |
| 11 | Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | 209 | |
| 12 | Communication and Media Studies. | 204 | |
| 13 | Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | 199 | |
| 14 | Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | 154 | |
| 15 | Environmental Design. | 150 | |
| 16 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 145 | |
| 17 | International/Globalization Studies. | 135 | |
| 18 | Mathematics. | 117 | |
| 19 | English Language and Literature, General. | 86 | |
| 20 | History. | 82 |
Showing top 20 of 63 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Colorado Boulder?
University of Colorado Boulder has an acceptance rate of 78% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for University of Colorado Boulder?
Admitted students at University of Colorado Boulder typically score between 1240 and 1430 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of Colorado Boulder cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of Colorado Boulder is approximately $25,346 per year.
What is the graduation rate at University of Colorado Boulder?
4-year graduation rate data for University of Colorado Boulder is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
