Overview
Metropolitan State University of Denver, formerly Metropolitan State College of Denver, is a public university founded in 1965 to serve non-traditional, first-generation, and working students in the Denver metropolitan area. Its College of Nursing and Health Sciences was established to meet growing regional demand for qualified healthcare workers, offering accredited programs in nursing and allied health fields. The college has built a reputation for producing practice-ready graduates who fill critical workforce gaps in Colorado's hospitals, clinics, and community health settings.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Denver, Colorado |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Total students | 1,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 15:1 |
| Acceptance rate | N/A |
| Graduation rate | 62% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $8,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Room & board | $13,000 |
| Average financial aid | $7,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 70% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.20 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Nursing (BSN)
- Nursing (RN-to-BSN)
- Health Care Management
- Sport Medicine
- Nutrition
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.