Acceptance Rate
86%
Avg. SAT
1220
75th percentile
“Jesuit university in Denver where nursing and business students tackle real-world challenges amid Rocky Mountain views.”
Denver, CO
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Regis University traces its roots to 1877, when Jesuits established it in Las Vegas, New Mexico, before moving it to Denver in 1884 to serve the growing Rocky Mountain region. Today, it carries a service-driven personality shaped by its Catholic, Jesuit heritage, emphasizing ethical leadership and hands-on learning. Students who thrive here often seek purpose beyond the classroom, drawn to community service and career preparation in a supportive environment.
You'll find a close-knit undergraduate community of around 3,200 on a compact urban campus in northwest Denver, where city energy meets mountain access. The surrounding area offers quick escapes to hiking trails and ski slopes, but Denver's rising cost of living means budgeting carefully for off-campus expenses. Those who might not fit prefer vast rural campuses or intense big-school athletics, as Regis focuses more on personal growth than Division I sports spectacles.
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Classrooms buzz with discussion in Regis's liberal arts core, where Jesuit ideals push you to connect subjects like ethics and science. The Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions stands out for nursing, with clinical partnerships across Denver hospitals letting you shadow professionals early. Business students in the AACSB-accredited college dive into case studies on sustainable practices, while smaller class sizes foster direct faculty mentoring.
Expect large lectures in intro courses but seminars later, especially if you pursue competitive health tracks. Research opportunities grow through undergrad projects in labs or community-based studies, though they skew practical over pure theory. Tradeoffs include fewer resources for niche STEM fields compared to larger research universities.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
2,689 undergrad • 1,916 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
53%
Black / African American
6%
Hispanic / Latino
24%
Asian
6%
Other / Multi-racial
11%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Denver, CO
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around Ranger pride, with weekly Masses, service trips, and events like the annual Lights of Tamaron holiday festival filling your calendar. You'll live in freshman halls like Loyola or West Hall, building bonds over shared Denver adventures, though upperclassmen often commute from nearby apartments. Social scenes mix quiet study groups, intramural sports, and outings to Red Rocks Amphitheatre concerts.
A typical week blends classes, volunteer shifts at local shelters, and weekend brewery crawls in LoDo. Winters bring snowy commutes and chilly outdoor events, while the urban setup means navigating traffic rather than strolling endless quads. Party culture stays low-key, prioritizing balance over all-nighters.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
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Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
Yes
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
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Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$18,978
$30K – $48K
$20,203
$48K – $75K
$21,510
$75K – $110K
$26,091
$110K+
$29,647
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
71%
4 Years Graduation Rate
49%
6 Years Graduation Rate
56%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$72,105
71% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Regis University and return in the fall. 49% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 56% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
49%
4-5 years
7%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
43%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$40,830
Acceptance
86%
Undergrads
2,689
4-Year Grad Rate
49%
Endowment
$80M
Denver, CO 80221-1099
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