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Giving Tuesday Offers Chance to Leave Your Mark

Over the last five years, almost $475,000 has been raised for UCCS students.

For the sixth year in a row, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs is participating in Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to generosity and giving back. Alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends will come together to support programs that break down barriers to student success.

Your support of Giving Tuesday 2020 - Breaking Down Barriers to Student Success - is more important than ever. This year's featured funds will make an impact immediately in these four vital areas:

  • Food insecurities: Clyde's Cupboard Food Pantry
  • Access to counseling: Student Wellness Center
  • Building an inclusive: campus community MOSAIC
  • Access to education: Faculty & Alumni Scholarship
     

Leave Your Mark Today

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UCCS Students Share Why They Wear Face-Coverings

UCCS students are off to a positive start to the semester as they follow posted guidelines, ensuring the UCCS campus can remain safe and open. Watch their thoughts on why they Protect the Pride.
 

 

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OUR COLLEGES

  • Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences
    Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences

    Faculty members with real experience in the industry of nursing, among other health sciences, continue to make the Beth-El College renowned for academic excellence.

  • College of Business
    College of Business

    With a mix of published and extremely experienced faculty behind you, you’ll achieve your dreams in the fields of business, marketing, sport management and more.

  • College of Education
    College of Education

    Demand has never been higher for teachers, education professionals, counselors and leaders, in Colorado. Diverse program offerings through the College of Education allow future leaders like yourself to get into the field and begin making an impact.

  • College of Engineering and Applied Science
    College of Engineering and Applied Science

    A rich history of success led the College of Engineering and Applied Science to branch out and offer new and innovative programs that are driving change across dozens of industries

  • College of Letters, Arts & Sciences
    College of Letters, Arts & Sciences

    The College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is home to studies in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. It’s also home to more than half of the students at UCCS.

  • School of Public Affairs
    School of Public Affairs

    Today’s students like yourself are tomorrow’s leaders, and the School of Public Affairs is where you will learn how to lead.

COST CALCULATOR

  • Colorado Resident Student (12 hours)

    12 credit hours, Tuition and Fees: $8,539.60 (full year)
    On-Campus Housing Expenses Range: $10,378-$14,198 (full year)
    Total: $18,917.60-$22,737.60 (full year)
     
    Note: The estimated costs you see here are variable depending on course load, fees and other
    various factors. Please get a more accurate estimate by visiting our in-depth bill estimator.
    For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit uccs.edu/finaid.
    FAFSA Code:004509

  • Colorado Resident Student (15 hours)

    15 credit hours, Tuition and Fees: $10,480 (full year)
    On-Campus Housing Expenses Range: $10,378-$14,198 (full year)
    Total: $20,858-$24,678 (full year)
     
    Note: The estimated costs you see here are variable depending on course load, fees and other
    various factors. Please get a more accurate estimate by visiting our in-depth bill estimator.
    For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit uccs.edu/finaid.
    FAFSA Code:004509

  • Western Undergraduate Exchange Student (12 hours)

    12 credit hours, Tuition and Fees: $13,519.60 (full year)
    On-Campus Housing Expenses Range: $10,378-$14,198 (full year)
    Total: $23,897.60-$27,717.60 (full year)
     
    Note: The estimated costs you see here are variable depending on course load, fees and other
    various factors. Please get a more accurate estimate by visiting our in-depth bill estimator.
    For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit uccs.edu/finaid.
    FAFSA Code:004509

  • Western Undergraduate Exchange Student (15 hours)

    15 credit hours, Tuition and Fees: $16,705 (full year)
    On-Campus Housing Expenses Range: $10,378-$14,198 (full year)
    Total: $27,083-$27,083 (full year)

    Note: The estimated costs you see here are variable depending on course load, fees and other
    various factors. Please get a more accurate estimate by visiting our in-depth bill estimator.
    For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit uccs.edu/finaid.
    FAFSA Code:004509

  • Non-Resident Student (12 hours)

    12 credit hours, Tuition and Fees: $20,635.60 (full year)
    On-Campus Housing Expenses Range: $10,378-$14,198 (full year)
    Total: $31,013.60-$34,833.60 (full year)

    Note: The estimated costs you see here are variable depending on course load, fees and other
    various factors. Please get a more accurate estimate by visiting our in-depth bill estimator.
    For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit uccs.edu/finaid.
    FAFSA Code:004509

  • Non-Resident Student (15 hours)

    15 credit hours, Tuition and Fees: $25,600 (full year)
    On-Campus Housing Expenses Range: $10,378-$14,198 (full year)
    Total: $35,978-$39,798 (full year)

    Note: The estimated costs you see here are variable depending on course load, fees and other
    various factors. Please get a more accurate estimate by visiting our in-depth bill estimator.
    For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit uccs.edu/finaid.
    FAFSA Code:004509

 

66% of UCCS Undergrads Are Awarded Financial Aid

A Focus On Students
We place our students first, offering more than half of our undergraduate students financial aid packages to help facilitate their educations. We’re committed to making the dream of a degree a reality for our students.
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Top-tier institution

UCCS is repeatedly ranked highly for our undergraduate, graduate, online programs and much more. U.S. News & World Report calls UCCS a top-10 public university in the West, as well as a top-5 regional college in the West for veterans.
1:15
Faculty to Student Ratio
12,100+ Students

A Growing University

While UCCS is a growing university, we’re committed to small class sizes, boasting a 15 to 1 student to faculty ratio. We’re also committed to maintaining our low tuition, keeping your education affordable.
TAKE A TOUR OF UCCS
BECAUSE WE CAN’T FULLY EXPRESS OUR CAMPUS’ BEAUTY THROUGH PHOTOS ALONE
See what life is like at UCCS by meeting our faculty, touring our buildings and experiencing the unique feeling that will make you want to call UCCS home.
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EXPLORE OUR CAMPUS
A shot from the interior of Roaring Fork, packed with students and staff of UCCS.
Roaring Fork
A multi-level all-you-care-to-eat restaurant with jaw-dropping views. Eat healthy meals while soaking UCCS in.
Ent Center for the Arts
Ent Center for the Arts
A 92,000 square-foot facility dedicated to the arts in the Springs. Visit us for a transformational experience.
Mountain Lion Park
Mountain Lion Park
Check out the latest additions to our athletic facilities! This space is so much more than a baseball diamond.
UCCS Campus
UCCS Downtown
We've opened an extension in downtown Colorado Springs as part of our commitment to accessible education.
Vet Center
McCord-Herbst Student Veteran’s Center
UCCS is proud to be a hub of student veterans, with more than 20 percent of our student-body being military affiliated. Projects like our Student Veteran’s Center are made possible by donations.
SEE OUR STUDENT ACTIVITIES
FROM CRICKET TO CYBER SECURITY, YOU’LL NEVER BE BORED
While earning your degree at UCCS, we know you’ll never experience a lack of engaging activities. From a Dance Team, to Film Club to Archery and so much more, there’s always something happening at UCCS.
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