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From the city to the slopes: MSU Denver sits right in the heart of Denver and an hour away from the mountains.
Why MSU Denver?
For more than 50 years, Metropolitan State University of Denver has pushed the boundaries of what is possible in higher education.
We empower Colorado’s students to advance their lives and careers through high-quality, real-world education. And we power the state economy through our 95,000 work-ready graduates, more than 80% of whom stay in Colorado. Based in the heart of the Mile High City, MSU Denver provides unparalleled access to internships and professional networks that jump-start careers.
The Roadrunner Difference
In the early days of the University, students dubbed themselves “Roadrunners” because they sprinted across downtown Denver’s busy streets to get to classes. In 1974, students voted to make the Roadrunner the University’s official mascot. Over the years, the MSU Denver Roadrunner has come to signify more, including these five characteristics shared by every graduate of the University.
Roadrunners Are
Diverse: They come from every background imaginable and learn to be broad-minded by grappling with a variety of experiences and viewpoints.
Tenacious: They are determined to succeed and achieve. If they get knocked down, they get back up.
Primed: They have career-ready skills and a deep knowledge of the issues and dynamics that shape the workforce.
Purposeful: They want to use their education to make change. Every degree earned has a ripple effect, spreading benefits across the metro area and beyond.
Entrepreneurial: They don’t settle for walking on well-worn trails. They are changemakers for themselves and their communities.
Excellence
MSU Denver offers high-quality education without the high-end price tag.
Our classes are taught by noted academics, national experts and industry icons. And they build hands-on learning into every course, which helps students become career-ready, critical thinkers who companies want to hire.
Opportunity
At MSU Denver, we see higher education as the foundation of the American dream.
If you are willing to put in the work, you should have an opportunity to get ahead. Period. Regardless of where you’ve been, we can help you get to where you want to go.
Student stats:
- More than 95% of our students are from Colorado
- 46% of undergraduates are students of color
- 56% of MSU Denver undergraduates are the first in their family to go to college
- The average undergrad is 25 years old
- 54% of our undergraduates transfer to MSU Denver
- Nearly 80% of our students work full or part time
- 46% of enrolled students receive scholarships or grants
Innovation
At MSU Denver, we never settle.
We believe that the key to great education is always adapting to meet the needs of today’s students and the needs of society. That’s why we connect classrooms to careers through cutting-edge learning spaces and partnerships with some of Colorado’s leading companies. Here’s what is possible: