University of Denver
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 64%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1200-1370
ACT Range: 26-31
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 6,100
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $59,340
Out-of-State Tuition: $59,340
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Denver, Colorado
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: West
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 30°F (-1°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 74°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 17 inches (430 mm)
Nearest Airport: Denver International Airport (DEN) — Approximately 30 miles (40-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @uofdenver
Swim team instagram: @duswimdive
Twitter: @UofDenver
Facebook: University of Denver
LinkedIn: University of Denver
YouTube: uofdenver
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: El Pomar Natatorium
Head Coach: Alicia Hicken-Franklin
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in MAC
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in MAC
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U.S. News College Rankings
#121 in National Universities (tie)
#168 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#79 in Best Colleges for Veterans (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#157 Top Colleges 2025
#88 In Private Colleges
#116 In Research Universities
#34 In The West
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B+
Diversity: A-
Athletics: A
Professors: A-
Dorms: C+
Student Life: A-
Value: C+
Campus: B
Party Scene: A-
Location: A
Campus Food: C-
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #148 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #111 of 1,332
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