A CC education will change the way you think, the way you work, and the way you see the world. In our opinion, that’s worth investing in. That’s why we award $67 million in financial aid every year, so cost isn't a barrier between you and a great education.
CC is one of only 85 colleges nationwide that meets 100% of every student’s demonstrated financial need. In other words, if there's a gap between what college costs and what you can pay, we cover it.
Estimate Your Costs"We honestly thought Colorado College would be out of reach for us financially, but when we saw the aid package, we were floored. It wasn't just generous—it made CC possible. CC became not only our student's first choice, but our family's smartest one, too." — Parent of a CC ’29 Student
What aided students actually pay after CC grants and scholarships are applied.
CC graduates typically carry significantly less student loan debt than the national average.
Out of $67 million in financial aid, 90% goes to students who need it most. The other 10% is merit-based and every single applicant is in the running for a $15,000 merit scholarship the moment they apply (no need for separate forms or extra steps).
We also offer athletic scholarships for men's ice hockey or women's soccer at the NCAA Division I level. And if you want to go after even more, we offer three competitive scholarships, each with its own application. They're selective. But if you think you qualify, we encourage you to go for it.
The Four Corners Pledge is simple: if you're from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Arizona, CC is committed to making sure you can afford to be here—and stay close to the red rocks, wide open skies, and those deep orange-red sunsets that make the Southwest so impossibly hard to leave. And if your demonstrated financial need exceeds the Pledge amount? No worries. You'll always receive the larger award.
See if you're eligible
"Everything I’ve been able to have at CC is all because of the Four Corners Pledge." — Mandala Bleiberg ’28
Wondering what CC might actually cost your family? We offer three ways to estimate your costs. Pick the one that fits your schedule. Spoiler: most families are pleasantly surprised.
Estimate Your Costs| Tool | Best for | Time | What you'll need |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Net Price Estimator | Quick estimate. The fastest way to get a ballpark figure. | Under 2 min | Approximate family income and basic household information. |
| MyIntuition | More detailed. Ideal for an early sense of eligibility. | 5-10 minutes | 6-14 basic questions—family details, income, and assets. |
| Net Price Calculator | In-depth planning. A detailed look at what similar students paid, and the only calculator that takes into account Four Corners Pledge status. | 20 min | Tax returns, W-2s, assets, investments, and debt details. |
Note: If your parents do not live together, you'll need to complete the calculator twice—once for each household.
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel like a lot. But it doesn't have to be. We have a team of real, genuinely friendly people who review every application individually and are ready to walk you through the process. We want CC to be possible for you. So let’s make that happen.
Email: financialaid@coloradocollege.edu
Phone: (719) 389-6651
We meet 100% of demonstrated need, invest $67 million in financial aid every year, and review every application individually, because we genuinely want you here. Apply and see what we can do together.
