Adams State University is a public 4-year college in Alamosa, Colorado with 1,250 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $8,585 a year after grants and graduates 37% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Adams State University acceptance rate and admissions
Adams State University has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Adams State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Adams State University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Adams State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,968 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $22,400 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,116 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,204 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $8,585 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $8,585 a year after grants and scholarships, $16,619 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Adams State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Adams State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 37% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,295 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 35% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Adams State University majors and what graduates earn
Adams State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 20 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($78,402).
All 20 majors at Adams State University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 8 | n/a | $78,402 | n/a |
| Biology | 17 | n/a | $56,467 | $19,500 |
| Business | 80 | $49,247 | $51,111 | $18,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 27 | $40,795 | $44,701 | $17,625 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 16 | $39,052 | $41,809 | $23,726 |
| Sociology | 15 | n/a | n/a | $21,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology, Other | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Adams State University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 436 | $54,287 | $43,166 |
| Business administration | Master's | 39 | $84,073 | $39,333 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 33 | $57,026 | $22,000 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 18 | $62,637 | $30,706 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 17 | $42,952 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Doctoral | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Historic Preservation and Conservation | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,250 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 43% women, 57% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Adams State University?
No. Adams State University has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Adams State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,968 for in-state students and $22,400 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $8,585 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Adams State University?
37% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Adams State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,295 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.