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Naropa University
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Annual Tuition
$34,600
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
94.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
39.4%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$28,720
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Naropa University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Boulder, CO. With a competitive tuition profile of $34,600, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 39.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$138,400
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
N/A
Earnings below HS baseline
Annual Earnings Boost
-$1,280
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$151,200
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$164,000
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 39%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
Below-Baseline Earnings
Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Naropa University is $24,712.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
3
Burglary
2
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
1
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$34,600
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
57.1%
Success
39.4%
In-State Cost
$34,600
Age 25+ Students
59.5%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Medium
Working at 6yr
114 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Boulder
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,585
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,823
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$2,217
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Boulder metropolitan area.