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Adams State University
Adams State University
ALAMOSA, CO . 4 Year 3.5
#2346 in Best Colleges in America
208 EDGEMONT BLVD ALAMOSA, CO 81101

Overview

Adams State University is a public institution located in Alamosa, Colorado, established in 1921. Originally founded as a teacher's college, it now offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The university is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting its commitment to serving diverse populations. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, Adams State emphasizes personalized education. The campus spans 90 acres in the San Luis Valley, providing a close-knit community atmosphere. Athletically, the university's teams, known as the Grizzlies, compete in the NCAA Division II Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

Rankings

  • 416

    #416 in Most Diverse Colleges in America

  • 2346

    #2346 in Best Colleges in America

  • 581

    #581 in Best College Athletics in America

  • Most Diverse Colleges in America 416 of 1,517
  • Best College Athletics in America 581 of 1,344
  • Best College Dorms in America 657 of 1,363

Academics

  • CAcademics
  • B Value
  • ADiversity
  • CCampus
  • BAthletics
  • B Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • C Location
  • BDorms
  • CCampus Food
  • C Student Life
  • CSafety

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    259 Graduates
  • Business
    96 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    44 Graduates
  • Psychology
    28 Graduates
  • Political Science and Government
    17 Graduates
  • Nursing
    14 Graduates
  • Sociology
    12 Graduates
  • English
    11 Graduates
  • Music History and Literature
    10 Graduates
  • Studio Arts
    10 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    4

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $9,130
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    29%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    87%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,310 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    111
  • Undergrads Over 25
    9%
  • Pell Grant
    54%
  • Varsity Athletes
    67%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)

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