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University of Denver

Denver, Colorado

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Overview

Enrollment

13,734
University of Denver overview
Location Denver, Colorado
Online du.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
University of Denver overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Located in a residential neighborhood six miles south of downtown Denver, the University of Denver (DU) is a private research institution situated against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. The 125-acre campus features a combination of historic collegiate Gothic architecture and modern facilities, including the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science. Founded in 1864 as the Colorado Seminary, DU maintains a selective undergraduate admissions process and is recognized for its programs in international studies, business, and social work through the Josef Korbel School of International Studies and Daniels College of Business. The university provides guaranteed housing for first-year students across multiple residential communities, while its Division I athletic program competes in the Summit League, with its hockey team participating in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference and maintaining a strong presence in national championships.

Ratings

9/10

Overall

9/10

Academics

10/10

Resources

9/10

Outcomes

8/10

Value

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.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very High
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SAT 1220/1400
ACT 28/32
GPA 3.72

Applications Accepted

77.7% 
University of Denver overview
Applications Due Jan 15, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $65

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$55,260
Costs for University of Denver
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

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$63,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

78% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of Denver students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 42%
Social Sciences 13%
Visual and Performing Arts 8%
Communication 7%
Psychology 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024