Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
99.14%
SAT Average
1,014
ACT Range
17-23
Metropolitan State University of Denver Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 99.14%. This means approximately 991 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 14,932 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
99.14%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,780 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,503 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,825 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,294 | State avg: $17,389. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 35.08% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 29.64% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Metropolitan State University of Denver Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,503
Books and supplies
$1,460
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,825
Average net price
$14,294
Average aid coverage
37%
$8,531 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Metropolitan State University of Denver pays approximately $14,294 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Colorado average of $17,389 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Metropolitan State University of Denver?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Colorado and national averages.
Metropolitan State University of Denver net price
$14,294
Colorado average
$17,389
National average
$17,506
Metropolitan State University of Denver Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,503 and average net price at $14,294. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,503
Current net price
$14,294
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
29.89%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,093
Undergraduates
14,932
10-Year Median Earnings - Metropolitan State University of Denver vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Metropolitan State University of Denver?
Undergraduates
14,932
Completion rate
29.89%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
35.08%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
29.64%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 35.08% of Metropolitan State University of Denver students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 29.64% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Metropolitan State University of Denver's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Metropolitan State University of Denver lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Metropolitan State University of Denver is listed at Speer Blvd and Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80217-3362. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Metropolitan State University of Denver with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | 99.14% | $29,503 | $14,294 | $52,093 |
| Colorado School of Mines | 59.71% | $44,376 | $29,240 | $97,335 |
| Denver College of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $81,809 |
| Platt College-Aurora | 36.36% | $20,590 | $42,287 | $77,602 |
| Colorado State University Global | 92.86% | $8,400 | $14,099 | $76,813 |
Similar Schools in Denver
This local cluster focuses on nearby Denver schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Denver.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan State University of Denver's acceptance rate?
Metropolitan State University of Denver's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 99.14%.
How much is Metropolitan State University of Denver tuition?
Metropolitan State University of Denver's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,503.
What is Metropolitan State University of Denver's average net price?
Metropolitan State University of Denver's average net price in the local dataset is $14,294.
What is Metropolitan State University of Denver's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,093 for Metropolitan State University of Denver.
Is Metropolitan State University of Denver accredited?
Metropolitan State University of Denver's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Metropolitan State University of Denver?
The local dataset lists 14,932 undergraduate students at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
What percentage of Metropolitan State University of Denver students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Metropolitan State University of Denver in the local dataset is 35.08%.
What is the federal loan rate at Metropolitan State University of Denver?
The federal loan rate for Metropolitan State University of Denver in the local dataset is 29.64%.
Where should I verify Metropolitan State University of Denver data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Metropolitan State University of Denver or the latest official federal education data.