Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1163 and 1353 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 24
Popular programs at Western Colorado University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 80 | |
| 2 | Biology, General. | 47 | |
| 3 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 37 | |
| 4 | Psychology, General. | 33 | |
| 5 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 33 | |
| 6 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 28 | |
| 7 | Sociology. | 27 | |
| 8 | Communication and Media Studies. | 24 | |
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | 20 | |
| 10 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 15 | |
| 11 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 13 | |
| 12 | Mathematics. | 12 | |
| 13 | Chemistry. | 10 | |
| 14 | English Language and Literature, General. | 9 | |
| 15 | Political Science and Government. | 9 | |
| 16 | Economics. | 8 | |
| 17 | Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | 7 | |
| 18 | History. | 6 | |
| 19 | Anthropology. | 5 | |
| 20 | Music. | 4 |
Showing top 20 of 22 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Western Colorado University?
Western Colorado University has an acceptance rate of 100% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Western Colorado University?
Admitted students at Western Colorado University typically score between 1163 and 1353 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Western Colorado University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Western Colorado University is approximately $16,425 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Western Colorado University?
4-year graduation rate data for Western Colorado University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.