University of Northern Colorado
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and in-state Colorado residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 5,598 students.
About This School
University of Northern Colorado is a public institution located in Greeley, Colorado with approximately 5,598 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Northern Colorado has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 86%. The average net price after financial aid is $17,760 per year. The graduation rate is 51%, and the typical graduate earns $47,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Northern Colorado is a public university in Greeley, Colorado, United States. It was founded in 1889 as the State Normal School of Colorado and took on its current name in 1970. Approximately 10,000 students are enrolled in six colleges. Extended campus locations are in Loveland, Denver/Aurora, and Colorado Springs. The university has a long history in teacher education. UNCO's 19 athletic teams compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Big Sky Conference.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 51% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before committing. On the positive side, debt at graduation is relatively low at $13,805, and the affordable net price of $18,457/year makes it accessible for budget-conscious families. Worth considering if you have a clear program focus — particularly in education, where UNC has a strong regional reputation — but students who need strong academic support structures to reach the finish line should ask hard questions during their visit.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 13% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,598 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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