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Overview
The University of Northern Colorado is a public research institution with a main campus situated in Greeley, a municipality between the Rocky Mountains and High Plains, with three satellite centers in Colorado Springs, Denver, and Loveland. UNC confers bachelor’s degrees in over 100 academic programs, including in both accounting and business as the first institution to earn accreditation for both. For students interested in the performing arts, UNC is home to a vocal jazz ensemble noteworthy as the first college group to receive a Grammy nomination. To take advantage of its campus location, UNC offers a number of outdoor opportunities, from a ropes course and climbing wall to an Outdoor Pursuits program.
Acceptance Rate:
79%
Average Net Price:
$16,510
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1096
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $11,528 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $25,940 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,230 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
77%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
27%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,813
27%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,482
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$5,541
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
33%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4118
85%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,482
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$35,614,712
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$12,362,620
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
52%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,347
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,710
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$195
Students receiving federal loans
51%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,119
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,992
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
10107
Students Applied
96%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
456
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | June 1 |
| Spring Regular Decision | October 15 | December 15 |
| Other | May 1 | August 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$40
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
7%
Submitting ACT
36%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1096
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
9,380
Total Number of Undergrads
6,728
0
100
33%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
52%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
78
Faculty Overview
0
100
50%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
48
Countries Represented
57
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
35%
Student Organizations
97
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
37%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
35%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bears
School Colors
navy blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Big Sky Conference
Total Male Athletes
231
Total Female Athletes
155
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Club
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
University of Northern Colorado Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$47,100
Top 5 Cities
Denver
Fort Collins
Colorado Springs
Phoenix
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
University of Northern Colorado
UC Health
Denver Public Schools
Banner Health
Colorado State University
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Operations
Sales
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,710
Loan Default Rate
4%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$195
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI had no idea I could cram so much information into my head. I find myself doing everyday activities and understanding so much more about them that I did before. Every time I clean my fish tank, I wonder how many different molecules are in the water and how I can eliminate them or produce more using my knowledge of chemistry. I watch the Discovery channel and find myself naming the phylum or class of the species I see.
Brittany from Greeley, CO
Not only have I picked up quite a bit going to UNC as far as my classes have gone (all of which have been highly informative), but I have been placed in an environment where it just feels right to continue into the ways of reality and adulthood.
David from Parker, CO
UNC is a wonderful campus that is... User friendly. The staff and professors are amazing, and will go the extra mile, or few extra hours to help students out personally. The academics are wonderful, and the people you'll be attending classes with are really nice, and helpful.
Alyssa from Burlington, CO
The teachers here are so non-traditional which makes learning so much easier and more fun for me.
Samantha from Centennial, CO
The professors here seem really keen on helping students succeed. They are always willing to help students out with whatever they need. I love how knowledgeable that are in their prospective subjects. On top of that, if you are planning on doing any type of exchange trip, the professors are super helpful with finding classes with credits that will transfer.
Sarah from Westminster, CO
It is AMAZING how much I have learned in the one and a half years I have been here. Some of the classes may start out as review of high school information but, trust me, you will learn a lot. The variety of classes offered at UNC is incredible. You can take a Badminton class in the morning and a chemistry class in the afternoon. The professors are easy to work with and some are actually quite entertaining.
Jessica from Greeley, CO
The dorms are great! I have lived in two different dorms, and I loved both of them. I would highly recommend living on campus if you can, it's a great experience.
Jeniffer - Grand Junction, CO
Due to how I took Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate classes, I find some of the classes to be reviews of what I had learned in the upper level classes in high school. On the other hand, I am still learning quite a bit, especially in my Mexican American Studies course, and am enjoying at the same time!
I especially look forward to future classes, when I go more into detail of subjects concerning my major.
I especially look forward to future classes, when I go more into detail of subjects concerning my major.
Female, Biology/Secondary Education major
This school went from being my back-up, to becoming my first choice. Everything about the campus and the academics really made me love UNC and want to continue my education here. I'm so happy I come here!
Elicia from Westminster, CO
Northern Colorado is a friendly school that offers a variety of different programs. The campus is large, but really feels like home. The staff really connect with students, which makes the whole experience even better.
Carlie from OR
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