Successful Buffs Make Us Boulder
At Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder, our students come first. Year over year, we have seen consistent growth in retaining students and graduation rates. We ensure every student has the holistic support they need to thrive.
When Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder students succeed, Colorado succeeds.
Did you know? 67% of recent Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder graduates choose to live and work in Colorado.
Hiring locally keeps graduates in the community, boosting regional economic activity. Plus, providing local job opportunities aids in the financial stability of young residents.Ìý
We put the needs of our students first
As a student-centered research university, Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder combines a world-class education with a breadth of support services to ensure students are able to succeed in the classroom and beyond.Ìý
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Top 10% best quality college in the U.S.
(College Factual, 2025)
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Thousands of rigorous academic courses in more than 270 fields of study
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#2 university with the best ROI in the Mountain West
(The Princeton Review, 2024)
We support a holistic student experience, encouraging learning beyond the classroom
Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder’s inclusive culture helps support and prepare future leaders on their journey to become part of the change they want to see. With extensive involvement opportunities and a strong alumni network, Buffs are encouraged to nurture the whole self—beyond the classroom.
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495+ student organizations
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Forever Buffs network connects 320,000+ alumni
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315 community and campus partnerships
We support an accessible education for all students, no matter their background or circumstance
Â鶹Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂÔØBoulder is committed to addressing affordability, including how we keep tuition in check, continue to fund student aid and reduce out-of-pocket costs. When higher education is accessible, retention rates continue to climb.Ìý
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91% undergraduate retention rate
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70% of in-state undergraduate students do not take out government loans
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62% four-year graduation rate