Western Colorado University Demographics & Diversity Overview

43%
Minority Students
49%
Female Students
1%
International
33
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Western Colorado University has a diverse student body with 43% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
56.4%(1,743)
Hispanic
23.3%(719)
African American
5.1%(158)
Asian
2.8%(87)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%(33)
Pacific Islander
0.6%(17)
Two or More Races
3.3%(102)
Unknown
7.4%(229)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color43%
Total Enrollment3,548
International Students1%

Cultural Engagement

Western Colorado University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Western Colorado University has a gender distribution of 49% female students and 51% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
51.1%(1,581)
Women
48.9%(1,514)

Gender Statistics

Men1,581

45% of total enrollment

Women1,514

43% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Western Colorado University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

13%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Western Colorado University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 72% in-state residents, 27% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
72.2%(315)
Out-of-State
26.6%(116)
International
1.1%(5)

Regional Representation

In-State315

72% of student body

Out-of-State116

27% of student body

International5

1% of student body

States Represented

33 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

43%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

49%

Female Students

Global Reach

1%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age