About Colorado
Need a reason to call Colorado home while you study? Here are fifteen!
The Top Reasons...
Want to know why other people choose Colorado? Here are the top three reasons to take into consideration.
#1MOST EDUCATED STATE
Colorado is ranked 1st in educational attainment (Lumina Foundation, 2024).
#4FOR BUSINESS
Colorado is ranked #4 in Business Environment and Economy (US News & World Report, 2024).
300 DaysOF SUNSHINE
On average, Colorado has more annual days of sunshine than either San Diego or Miami Beach.
Need More?
Still not convinced? Here are even more resons why thousands choose Colorado to be their place to study.
AffordableLIVING
Colorado has a relatively low cost of living compared to other states.
26SKI RESORTS
Colorado has 26 ski resorts that have been called the best in the country.
The BestSKIING & BOARDING
Colorado is home to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the US.
4thBEST STATE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
A leader in higher education. Ranked 4th-best state for higher education.
14ers& HIKING
Colorado is home to 54 14,000 feet mountain peaks, more than any other state in the United States.
10,000INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Colorado welcomes almost 10,000 international students annually.
HealthyLIVING
Colorado is consistently ranked among the healthiest and fittest states.
93MILLION
Colorado welcomed over 93 million visitors in 2023, making tourism one of the state’s largest industries.
TopIN RESEARCH
Colorado is home to 33 federal research laboratories and is a leader in quantum
205PARKS
Denver, Colorado has the largest city park system in the nation with 205 parks in the city limits and 20,000 acres of land in the nearby mountains.
OutdoorRECREATION
Colorado offers some of the best outdoor recreation in the world. Hiking, backpacking and bike riding are just a few of Colorado’s summer activities.
EntreprenuershipAND INNOVATION
Colorado fosters entrepreneurship and innovation and ranks 5th for the number of start-up firms per capita.