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Regis University

Regis University

Denver, CO · City · 2,627 students
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$18,397
Average net priceYour net price
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
61%
Graduation rate
58% typical
$72,105
Earnings 10 years on
$55,545 typical
86%
Acceptance rate
81% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Regis University is a private Jesuit Catholic institution in Denver, Colorado, renowned for its standout health sciences programs through the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions—particularly in nursing, physical therapy, and pharmacy—alongside strong offerings in business and computer science. Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of *cura personalis* (care for the whole person) and social justice, the university distinguishes itself through small class sizes, values-based education, and a heavy emphasis on community service and ethical leadership. Campus culture is tight-knit and mission-driven, offering students a collaborative learning environment with immediate access to both Denver’s vibrant professional opportunities and the outdoor recreation of the Rocky Mountains.

Wikipedia:Regis University is a private Catholic university in Denver, Colorado, United States. Founded in 1877 by the Society of Jesus, the university offers more than 100 degree programs in a variety of subjects including education, liberal arts, business, nursing, and technology. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Regis is the only Jesuit university in the Rocky Mountain region.

Location
Denver, CO, 80221-1099 · City campus
✈
Nearest airport from college
DEN · Denver
20 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$46,340
Housing & food (on campus)$15,762
Books & supplies$0
Cost of attendance$54,800
Average net price$18,397
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$46,340
Housing & food (on campus)$15,762
Books & supplies$0
Cost of attendance$54,800
Average net price$18,397
Net price by family income
$0–30k
$13,713
$30–48k
$12,553
$48–75k
$16,006
$75–110k
$24,295
$110k+
$28,572
Grants from the school
97% of first-years get a grant from the school, averaging $26,516
Source: College Navigator (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS)
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
61%
Within 4 yrs
55%
Back for yr 2
71%
Transferred
0%
Pell students: 56.8% · others: 64.9% 
8 yrs after starting
64% graduated · 25% transferred · 10% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings
6 yrs after entry$64,557
10 yrs after entry$72,105
Debt
Median at graduation$25,000
Monthly payment$265
Middle 50% owe$8k–$28.3k
90th percentile$39,666
Green marks a figure above the typical Doctoral/Professional University: 58% graduate within 6 yrs, $55,545 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions
Getting in
Admit rate
86%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1220
ACT midpoint
25
Comp 22–29 · E 21–29 · M 22–31
Admitted students
Admit rate: men 83.7% · women 89.4% 
Yield: 11.8% of admitted students enroll 

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Essay prompts

If Regis University asks for supplemental essays, the prompts are in the Common App.

The personal essay is separate: see the Common App essay prompts.

Student Body
Gender
Men 32%Women 68%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
11 : 1
Pell grant
32%
First-gen
36%
Family income
$42,833
Independent
59%
Age at entry
27.0
Part-time
29%
Where first-years come from
In state (CO)
75.6%
Out of state
19.3%
International
0.7%

Most out-of-state first-years from: CA 27 · TX 16 · AZ 13 · IL 7 · MN 6

Race & ethnicity
White
41%
Hispanic
38%
Black
6%
Asian
7%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
2%
Unknown
3%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division II without football
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Lacrosse
    Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Track and Field (Indoor)
    Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs
After 6 yrs
$64,557
After 10 yrs
$72,105
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing279
Business Administration, Management and Operations49
Computer Science33
Communication and Media Studies28
Research and Experimental Psychology25
Biology, General22
Accounting and Related Services22
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness20
Finance and Financial Management Services16
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other15
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods14
Health and Medical Administrative Services14
Neurobiology and Neurosciences13
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology11
Computer and Information Sciences, General10
English Language and Literature, General10
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$92M
Full-time faculty
34%
Faculty salary
$8,318/mo
Teaching spend
$11,821
per student
Federal loans
41%
Classification
Carnegie type
Doctoral/Professional University
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions

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