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Summary
Adams State University is a public institution that was founded in 1921. It has a rural setting and the campus size is 90 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Adams State University's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (West), Tier 2. Its in-state tuition and fees are $5,627 (2011-12); out-of-state tuition and fees are $15,875 (2011-12).
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General Information
| School type | public |
| Year founded | 1921 |
| Religious affiliation | N/A |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | rural |
| 2011 Endowment | N/A |
Applying
When applying to Adams State University, it's important to note the application deadline is August 1. The application fee at Adams State University is $25. It is less selective, with an acceptance rate of 63.6 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | less selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 63.7% |
| Application deadline | August 1 |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | N/A |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Adams State University is 14:1. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 54.0 percent.
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| Student-faculty ratio | 14:1 | |
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Student Life
Adams State University is part of the NCAA II athletic conference.
Campus Info & Services
Adams State University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, day care, and health insurance. Adams State University also offers campus safety and security services like late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at Adams State University.
| Students who have cars on campus | N/A |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
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| In-state tuition and fees | $5,627 (2011-12) |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $15,875 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $7,731 (2011-12) |
| Financial aid statistics | N/A |
* Overview details based on 2011 data
