School Overview
The University of Northern Colorado (UNC) was founded in 1889. The
main campus is located in Greeley, Colorado, and there are extended campuses named Denver Center at Lowry, Loveland Center at Centerra, and the Colorado
Springs Center. It is primarily a four-year university, but it does also offer
50 graduate programs. The online program for graduate work in the field of education was recently ranked number eight in the nation by US News & World Report (rising one spot from the #9 ranking in 2013) out of more than 200 universities that were considered.
The Admissions fee for the University of Northern Colorado is $45. The
percentage of those who apply that are admitted is fairly high, at 93%.
Of those who do end up attending for their freshman year, 71% have been
known to return their sophomore year.
College Majors
The majors offered by a college are an important part of the decision-making process
to choose one college over another. Take the time to look at what the
University of Northern Colorado has to offer, and you will likely find
what you are looking for.
- Area, Ethnic, Cultural & Gender Studies
- African-American Studies
- Hispanic-American Studies
- Arts, Visual & Performing
- Drama/Theater Arts
- Fine/Studio Arts
- Music – General
- Biological & Biomedical Sciences
- Biology
- Business, Management & Marketing
- Business Administration/Management
- Communications & Journalism
- Communications/Rhetoric
- Journalism
- Education
- Music Teacher Education
- Special Education
- English Language & Literature
- Family & Consumer Sciences
- Adult Development/Aging
- Foreign Language & Literature
- Sign Language Interpretation
- Spanish
- Health Professions & Clinical Sciences
- Audiology/Hearing Sciences
- Health Services
- Health System Administration
- Medical Dietetics
- Nursing (RN)
- Public Health Education
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
- History
- Mathematics
- Parks, Recreation & Fitness
- Exercise Sciences
- Parks/Leisure Facilities Management
- Philosophy & Religion
- Philosophy
- Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Physics
- Psychology
- Public Administration & Services
- Human Services
- Security & Protective Services
- Criminal Justice Studies
- Social Sciences
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Geography
- Political Science/Government
- Social Sciences – General
- Sociology
Graduate Programs
The following graduate programs are available through UNC's distance learning program:
- Art & Design MA
- Autism Graduate Certificate: Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education MAT/Endorsement
- Curriculum Studies MAT
- Educational Leadership Certificate: Teacher Leadership Emphasis
- Educational Leadership MA/EDS; Principal Licensure (for rural school districts)
- Educational Psychology MA: Teaching Applications Emphasis
- Educational Studies EdD: Education and Innovation Reform Emphasis
- Geography Education Graduate Certificate
-
Native American Innovative Leadership(NAIL): Educational
Leadership & Special Education Administration MA with Licensure - Science Education MA
- Special Education MA: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Emphasis
- Special Education MA: Early Childhood Emphasis
- Special Education MA: Gifted and Talented Emphasis/Gifted and Talented Endorsement
- Special Education MA: Intervention Specialist Emphasis
- Special Education MA: Visual Impairment Emphasis
- Theatre Education MA
Online Programs
UNC's award-winning online education programs are the perfect solution
for military students, those who already have a job or family, or those
who are simply looking for a great education outside the traditional
campus experience. UNC's great faculty bring the school's reputation
for academic excellence directly to the student's location with these
groundbreaking programs.
Accreditation
The University of Northern Colorado is regionally accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges
and Schools. It is beneficial to the university that it is regionally
accredited, so that those looking at the school can feel confident that
it will provide a quality education. It is also helpful for the
student, because it allows the school to accept financial aid from the
government.
Financial Aid
When you choose a school, you will likely fill out the necessary
financial aid forms for the government. These forms can be used by the
school as well to determine your eligibility for certain scholarships
that they offer. You may make too much money to be given a grant from
the government, but it may not be too much for a scholarship, especially those that are merit-based.
The University of Northern Colorado has a number of scholarship options
that are available. When you apply, you will likely be considered for
the ones for which you are eligible. There is a separate online
application process if you want to apply for scholarships through the
UNC Foundation.
Student Housing
There are many good reasons to live on-campus at the University of
Northern Colorado. Living on-campus will save you time. You will not
need to commute, and being on-campus will make you feel like you are
more a part of what is going on. You will be close to your classes, so
you will be able to stay in your room and study as long as possible.
You will make close friends through your interactions in the residence
halls, and you will likely grow in your knowledge of the subjects that
you are studying because of your better chance of having interaction
with those who have common interests. The University of Northern
Colorado offers combined packages for amenities in your room such as
telephone, cable, and Internet.
General Information
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Admission Office 1862 10th Avenue, Campus Box 10 Greeley, CO 80639 (970) 351-2881 (888) 700-4862 Fax: (970) 351-2984 [email protected] Contact: Director of Admissions |
Main Address 501 20th Street Greeley, CO 80639 (970) 351-1890 www.unco.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 9,851 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 2,114 Degree-seeking undergrads: 9,690 Graduate enrollment: 2,074 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $45 Online application fee: $45 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 93% Percent students who return sophomore year: 71% |
College Majors
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Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies African-American Studies B Arts, Visual & Performing Drama/Theater Arts B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biology B Business, Management, & Marketing Business Administration/Management B Communications & Journalism Communications/Rhetoric B Education Music Teacher Education B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Family & Consumer Sciences Adult Development/Aging B Foreign Language & Literature Foreign Language & Literature – General B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Audiology/Hearing Sciences B History History – General B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Parks, Recreation & Fitness Exercise Sciences B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Human Services B Security & Protective Services Criminal Justice Studies B Social Sciences Anthropology B |
Degree levels for each undergraduate major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor's degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the
accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to
change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions
officer.
University of Northern Colorado Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (970) 351-1890 |
| Website: | https://www.unco.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Public |
| Apply Online: | https://www.unco.edu/apply/ |
| Address: | Carter Hall - Rm 4000, Greeley, CO 80639 |
| Setting: | City: Midsize |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 12,930 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 48% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 8,792 (68% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $9,987 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $22,245 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 93% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $8,533 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
University of Northern Colorado Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at University of Northern Colorado.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies | 3 | ||||
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 1 | 2 | |||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | 1 | |||
| Education | 4 | 14 | 7 | ||
| Engineering | 1 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | 1 | |||
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 3 | 2 | |||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | 6 | 4 | ||
| History | 1 | 1 | |||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 4 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 2 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 1 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 3 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Psychology | 1 | 4 | 3 | ||
| Social Sciences | 6 | 2 | |||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Grand total | 45 | 46 | 20 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at University of Northern Colorado and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $9,987 |
| Out-of-state | $22,245 |
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $12,894 |
| Out-of-state | $21,647 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 1,804 | 93% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,668 | 86% | $8,533 |
| Student loan aid | 1,093 | 56% | $6,280 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 7,674 | 75% | $8,004 |
| Federal student loans | 4,533 | 44% | $6,239 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for University of Northern Colorado. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled University of Northern Colorado students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 9,275 | 3,087 | 6,188 | Percent admitted | 100% | 86% | 93% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 20% | 19% | 20% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
University of Northern Colorado Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 12,930 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 9,810 |
| Graduate enrollment | 3,120 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
University of Northern Colorado Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship
- Didactic Program in Dietetics
- American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
- Counseling Psychology (COPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs
- School Psychology (SCPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Counseling Psychology (COPSYD) - PsyD Doctoral programs
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
- Audiology (AUD) - Graduate degree programs
- Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) - Graduate degree programs
- Clinical doctoral program in Audiology
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels
- Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
- English Language
- Council on Education for Public Health
- Public Health Programs (PHPG) - Graduate level program offered outside a school of public health
- Public Health (PHG) - Graduate level school of public health
- National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
- Art and Design (ART) - Degree-granting schools and departments and non-degree-granting programs
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
- National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
- Theatre (THEA) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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