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University of Northern Colorado

Public Greeley, CO · Urban · Rocky Mountains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
51%
Graduation Rate
$52,231
Earnings (10yr)
$17,760
Net Price
86%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Over 5,500 students call the University of Northern Colorado home, with an acceptance rate of 86%. This welcoming environment allows many students to pursue their academic interests without the pressure of highly selective admissions.

Data from Opportunity Insights reveals that while specific mobility data isn't available for UNC, the graduation rate stands at 51%. This indicates that just over half of students complete their degrees, a crucial factor for long-term economic success. Graduates earn an average of $52,231 ten years post-graduation, which reflects the potential return on investment for those who do complete their education.

The net price for attending UNC is $17,760, and graduates carry a median debt of $20,470. The institution serves students with diverse financial backgrounds, as evidenced by a 26% Pell Grant rate. Students who thrive here often pursue programs in Health Professions, Education, Psychology, Business & Marketing, and Visual & Performing Arts, aligning their passions with practical career paths.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation51%Earnings 10yr$52KNet Price$18KRetention76%Median Debt$20KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$24K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%449.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2296.2%MOBILITY103.28%

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,416
In-State Tuition
$27,266
Out-of-State
$17,760
Avg Net Price
$20,470
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
37%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,695
Family Income $0–$30K
$13,290
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,038
Family Income $48K–$75K
$24,306
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$43,756
6 Years After Entry
$48,079
8 Years
$52,231
10 Years
0.39x
Debt-to-Earnings
69%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$43,756 6yr $48,079 8yr $52,231 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

103.28%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2296.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
449.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$99,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.76
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.7%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.172%
Inventor Rate
34
Total Patents
94
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 86%
Retention Rate 76%
SAT Average 1082
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 950–1190
ACT Range 21–26
Full-Time Faculty 57%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,988
Diversity Index 0.57
First-Gen Students 35%

Top Programs

Health Professions 14%
Education 12%
Psychology 11%
Business & Marketing 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 7%
Humanities 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Social Sciences 4%