Western Colorado University
Gunnison, Colorado · Public
Western Colorado University admitted 96% of 3,574 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1000–1240 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 51% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Western Colorado University
Enter a score to see whether Western Colorado University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (96%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Western Colorado University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free, and Western Colorado University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Western Colorado University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Western Colorado University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Western Colorado University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- Course rigor
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.43 GPA. 16% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $26,151 in-state and $38,751 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $17,709 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Western Colorado University’s acceptance rate?
Western Colorado University admitted 96% of applicants: 3,417 of 3,574 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Western Colorado University’s application deadline?
Western Colorado University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Western Colorado University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1000 to 1240, with a median around 1100. A score at or above 1100 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Western Colorado University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27, and Western Colorado University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Western Colorado University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Western Colorado University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one strongly recommended essay, at least 250 words (up to 650)). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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