There so many rich cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities in Colorado, you may not have time to study. The Centennial State, stretching from the Great Plains to the peaks of the Rocky Mountains, offers abundant, world-class skiing, fishing, hiking, biking, and rafting options that equal the variety and quality of its colleges and universities Source http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colorado. If you prefer indoor fun, Denver, Boulder, and Aspen are home to restaurants, night clubs, sports teams, and museums galore.
If you're considering a Colorado college or university, don't overlook Boulder, home to the main campus of the University of Colorado. For many, the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs is the technical aviation university, unparalleled in the country. For those who crave city life, the University of Colorado has a campus in bustling Denver.