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University of Northern Colorado
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Annual Tuition
$12,010
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
86.4%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
51.6%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$52,231
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of Northern Colorado is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Greeley, CO. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,010, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
86.4%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$48,040
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$22,231
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$174,270
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$396,580
Long-term projected return on your education investment
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 University of Northern Colorado is $20,470.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
34
Burglary
3
Theft
21
Assault
1
Robbery
0
Rape
8
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$12,010
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
74.4%
Success
51.6%
In-State Cost
$12,010
Age 25+ Students
11.0%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
3,019 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 Greeley
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,062
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,190
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,533
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 Greeley metropolitan area.