The University of the Rockies was founded June 18, 1998 and has one campus located in Pike's Peak, Colorado. The University of the Rockies is a graduate school with a focus on Psychology for those who wish to be licensed. The University of the Rockies has grown to offer graduate degrees both on campus and through online courses that are easily fit around a person's busy schedule. The masters program can be finished in 18-20 months and the doctorate in a little over three years.
Key Statistics
• Founded – 1998
• Type – Private
• Undergraduate students Fall 2009 - 0
• Graduate/professional students Fall 2009 - 842
• Average class size - 20
• Fall 2009 Acceptance rate - N/A, Must hold a Bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Application fee - $50
• 2010 - 2011 Tuition and Fees - $23,275
Top Degrees Offered
The most popular graduate degrees offered at The University of the Rockies are the master's degrees in General Psychology, Business Psychology, Criminology, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Health and Wellness. The most popular doctor degrees are Business Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Educational Leadership and Criminology. The Master of Arts in Psychology and the Doctor of Psychology are both offered through online courses. Certificates are also available in General and Business Psychology.
Accreditation
The University of the Rockies, a member of the North Central Association (NCA), is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE) has named The University of the Rockies a degree granting institution with Category I Status.
