Reviewing the admissions stats at University of Colorado Boulder can help you determine your likelihood of acceptance. Take a look at the SAT and ACT scores of previous applicants to help you understand your chances of being accepted. If you find your scores are lower than the average freshman, try retaking the exam to better your score or reviewing colleges looking for scores matching your own.
Selectivity (Fall 2021): Are You the Right Type of Student For This College?
Open Admissions
No
Selectivity of College
Less Selective
Acceptance Rate
80%
Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)
Applicant Total
54,756
Accepted
43,576
Enrolled
6,632
Who’s Applying: Applicants by Gender
Applicants: Men - Women 48 to 52
Accepted: Men - Women 45 to 55
Enrolled: Men - Women 54 to 46
Average Test Scores
About 32% of students accepted to CU - Boulder submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 590 and 690. Math scores were between 580 and 700.
SAT Reading and Writing Scores for University of Colorado Boulder ( 590 to 690 )
SAT Math Scores for University of Colorado Boulder ( 580 to 700 )
CU - Boulder received ACT scores from 16% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 25 and 31.
ACT Composite Scores for University of Colorado Boulder ( 25 to 31 )
Additional Question to Ask
A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?
by our College Data Analytics Team