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Adams State University
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Annual Tuition
$9,776
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
29.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$44,372
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Adams State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Alamosa, CO. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,776, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 29.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$39,104
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$14,372
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$104,616
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$248,336
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 30%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Adams State University is $19,500.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
11
Burglary
5
Theft
2
Assault
2
Robbery
0
Rape
2
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$9,776
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
55.5%
Success
29.7%
In-State Cost
$9,776
Age 25+ Students
14.6%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
886 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Alamosa
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$815
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$820
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,061
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Alamosa metropolitan area.