Metropolitan State University of Denver
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a 4-year public urban university in the heart of downtown Denver. MSU Denver is home to colleges of Business; Aerospace and Engineering Science; Health and Human Services; Letters, Arts & Sciences; Education; and Hospitality conferring undergraduate degrees in nearly 100 academic majors. Furthermore, MSU Denver is a Hispanic Serving Institution that celebrates diversity with over 53% of the population identifying as students of color. For athletically-inclined students, MSU Denver fields 16 men’s and women’s teams known as the Roadrunners.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 5 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | January 4 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
8%
Submitting ACT
32%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 20
Average SAT Composite: 1008
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
17,678
Total Number of Undergrads
16,515
Classroom Sizes
0
100
10%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
28%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $10,260 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $28,092 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,332 |
| Books and Supplies | $1460 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
49%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
35%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,150
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,877
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$2,192
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
31%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,621
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,250
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$203
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
120
Size of Town
Major city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Roadrunners
School Colors
navy blue and red
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Denver
Colorado Springs
Los Angeles
Fort Collins
Phoenix
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$44,200
What Students Are Saying
metro state university is an incredible institution that is tailored to every student's need. each faculty members strive to not only teach students but also prepare them for their career. every student at metropolitan state university denver makes an effort to welcome each student, as well as make sure they are prepared for the rest of their college experience.
jahalia from louisville, co
MSU Denver is an institution highly concerned with the advancement of students' knowledge in order to contribute to the world around them. Along with contributing to the world around, MSU Denver is very focused on expanding creativity and searching for new heights. The professors and staff at MSU Denver are very helpful, and it is obvious that they want you to succeed.
Victoria
I think that MSU Denver is a great place to attend school and earn a four year Degree. Metro is a good school because of its affordability and closeness to everything in Denver. The learning program is good here and there are several student help centers to go to for guidance and help.
levi from aurora, CO
In general Metro State is a good school. Teachers are fantastic, but administration could be much more organized. The college is in the heart of denver and is a very unique place to go to school.
the dude
it is a great learning environment. the teachers are professional and very helpful. i would definitely recommend.
Luke from Highlands Ranch, CO
Metro is a school that offers a lot of potential and I have truly enjoyed my experience there. Overall I have had wonderful instructors and now that I am getting closer to earning my degree, I find that I have very knowledgeable professors in my department. I work in the Food Bank under the office of Student Life and have loved being able to work this work-study job, which allows me to do my homework when my work is done for the day.
Jaclyn from Lakewood, CO
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