How many colleges are near Denver?

We list 15 colleges within about 75 miles of Denver, sorted by distance. Figures are from College Scorecard / IPEDS.

What's the most selective college near Denver?

Among nearby schools, United States Air Force Academy is among the most selective. Selectivity isn't fit — model your own odds.

Colleges Near Denver: Acceptance Rates & Distance — QuantAdmit

Colleges near Denver

15 selective colleges within ~75 miles of Denver, closest first — with acceptance rates, score ranges, and net price (College Scorecard / IPEDS). Model your odds at each.

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College	Distance	City	Accept.	SAT 25–75
Colorado State University Global	0 mi	Denver, CO	98%	—
Metropolitan State University of Denver	1 mi	Denver, CO	99%	880–1130
National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA)	3 mi	Denver, CO	29%	—
Regis University	4 mi	Denver, CO	86%	—

Quick answers

How many colleges are near Denver?: We list 15 colleges within about 75 miles of Denver, sorted by distance. Figures are from College Scorecard / IPEDS.
What's the most selective college near Denver?: Among nearby schools, United States Air Force Academy is among the most selective. Selectivity isn't fit — model your own odds.

Distances are straight-line from the city center to each campus, computed from public coordinates; figures are estimates. Not a guarantee.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.