Western Colorado University

Western Colorado University is a public four-year institution located in Gunnison, Colorado. Situated in the southern Rocky Mountains, the university serves a regional student population and draws students nationally with its outdoor recreation programs and strong emphasis on applied learning in a mountain environment.

Detailed enrollment figures, completion rates, and retention rates for Western Colorado University are not reported separately in available IPEDS data for this listing. The university offers bachelor's and master's degree programs across fields including business, environmental studies, recreation and outdoor education, teacher education, and the liberal arts.

Gunnison is a small city in Gunnison County at an elevation of approximately 7,700 feet in the Colorado Rockies, adjacent to Crested Butte and near Blue Mesa Reservoir. This setting supports distinctive outdoor and environmental programs and attracts students interested in combining academic study with access to mountain recreation and natural resources. Prospective students should contact Western Colorado University directly for current enrollment information and program details.