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The Colorado College, also known as CC, was established in 1874. This private coeducational liberal arts college sits on a 90-acre campus in Colorado Springs, Colorado. CC's recent enrollments have been more than 1,500 students every year.
Colorado College offers more than 80 different majors and minors to choose from. Students can opt for courses in art, history, computer science, music, neuroscience, math, economics, environmental science, English, Spanish, and French, among others. There are also specialized pre-professional advising and cooperative programs.
The athletics department of Colorado College fields men’s and women’s teams in soccer, ice hockey, basketball, cross country, lacrosse, swimming and diving, softball, track and field, tennis, volleyball, and water polo. The teams are nicknamed the Tigers. Students also enjoy an active Greek life with the presence of fraternities and sororities including Kappa Sigma, Delta Gamma, Kappa Alpha Theta, and Kappa Kappa Gamma.
Colorado College is located in a large city, in Colorado Springs, CO. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Colorado College top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study mathematics, science, drama and performing arts, fine arts, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
The admissions department at Colorado College does not accept all those who apply. In 2007-2008, 74% of applicants were rejected at the school. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 620 to 700 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 700 or higher on the math SAT.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio. The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
Colorado College offers classes to 2,075 students (2,248 full-time equivalent).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in Division III Independents competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At Colorado College our goal is to provide the finest liberal arts education in the country. Drawing upon the adventurous spirit of the Rocky Mountain West, we challenge students, one course a a time, to develop those habits of intellect and imagination that will prepare them for learning and leadership throughout their lives."
More complete details are provided below.
Colorado College
14. E Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
General Phone: (719) 389-6000
http://www.coloradocollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 320 | economics, history, anthropology, English, sociology, political science, international economics, interdisciplinary studies, ... |
| Science | 103 | biology, physics, geology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Religion and Philosophy | 47 | philosophy, religion |
| Education and Teaching | 43 | teacher ed, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 27 | psychology |
| Fine Arts | 25 | art history and criticism, fine arts |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 17 | environmental science |
| Medicine | 11 | neuroscience |
| Music | 9 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 9 | drama, dance |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 7 | film studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer and info science courses |
Number of programs and degrees for Colorado College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 587 | 42 |
| Master's degree | 43 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Colorado College had a total enrollment of 2,075 students (2,248 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Colorado | 21% |
| California | 8% |
| Illinois | 6% |
| Massachusetts | 5% |
| Connecticut | 5% |
| Texas | 5% |
| Oregon | 5% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Washington | 4% |
| New York | 4% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| New Mexico | 3% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
Colorado College offers campus housing for 1,524 of its 2,248 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Colorado Springs, Colorado for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Colorado Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,342 | 1,389 | 26% | 551 | 40% |
| Men | 2,462 | 589 | 24% | 248 | 42% |
| Women | 2,876 | 800 | 28% | 303 | 38% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 620 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 610 | 700 |
| SAT Writing | 620 | 700 |
| ACT Verbal | 28 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 26 | 31 |
| ACT Composite | 28 | 32 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 58% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 41% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 36,044 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 36,044 |
| Room and board | $ 9,096 |
| Room charge | $ 5,024 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,072 |
| Books and supplies | $ 988 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,872 |
Financial Aid:
Colorado College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 134700)
Colorado College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 68 | 39 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 20 | 22 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 9 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 51 | $118,397 | 20 | $113,911 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 23 | $78,618 | 21 | $81,517 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 24 | $63,987 | 24 | $65,006 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $55,700 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $56,904 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 104 | $93,529 | 71 | $82,686 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Division III Independents |
| Track | Division III Independents |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 26 | 21 | 47 |
| All Other Sports | 26 | 21 | 47 |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Asian Studies/Civilization
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Economics, General
Economics, Other
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
French Studies
German Language and Literature
Hispanic-American,Puerto Rican & Mexican-American/Chicano Studies
History, General
International Economics
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Regional Studies (US, Canadian, Foreign)
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Colorado College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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