| CU Boulder | vs. | UMass Amherst |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder, Colorado | Location | Amherst, Massachusetts |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$15,556
Out-Of-State$41,943 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$17,357
Out-Of-State$39,293 |
| 56% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 77% |
| $11,017 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $11,636 |
| 83.28 % | Acceptance Rates | 57.77 % |
| 16.16 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 18.15 % |
| 1,330 | SAT Score | 1,390 |
| 31 | ACT Score | 31 |
| 74 % | Graduation Rate | 83 % |
| 15 % | Transfer-out Rate | 11 % |
| 88 % | Retention Rate | 90 % |
| 39,585 | Student Population | 32,229 |
| 1,711 | Number of Faculties | 1,452 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |