Public Institution
University of Northern Colorado
The University of Northern Colorado's campus is located in Greeley, a city on the high plains of northern Colorado. The student body is known for its strong school spirit, particularly supporting the university's Division I athletic teams. UNC maintains a strong emphasis on teacher education, and its location provides access to both urban and rural environments for study and recreation. The university also operates extended campuses in several other Colorado cities.
Programs
32
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$38,509
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Outlook
44/100
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
Tuition
$12,010
In-state sticker price
Out-of-state: $26,204/yr
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. University of Northern Colorado's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 26% of students receive Pell Grants; 40% take federal loans.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $14,505 | $58,020 |
| $30K – $48K | $15,864 | $63,456 |
| $48K – $75K | $16,792 | $67,168 |
| $75K – $110K | $19,842 | $79,368 |
| $110K+ | $22,647 | $90,588 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $12,010 | $48,040 |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
Programs at University of Northern Colorado
32 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nursing
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Compare across schools → |
83
|
$74,308/yr | High | 14.9x |
|
Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Compare across schools → |
72
|
$50,739/yr | High | 13.7x |
| Computer Engineering Compare across schools → |
62
|
$56,557/yr | Very High | 10.8x |
| Chemistry Compare across schools → |
60
|
$45,406/yr | High | 11.9x |
| Mathematics Compare across schools → |
56
|
$44,668/yr | Very High | 11.5x |
| Economics Compare across schools → |
55
|
$45,257/yr | Very High | 8.4x |
|
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice and Corrections Compare across schools → |
55
|
$38,422/yr | Moderate | 10.3x |
|
Parks
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management Compare across schools → |
55
|
$35,308/yr | Moderate | 10.7x |
|
Subject-Area Teaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Compare across schools → |
52
|
$40,113/yr | High | 8.6x |
|
Political Science
Political Science and Government Compare across schools → |
52
|
$37,458/yr | Very High | 11.1x |
|
Teacher Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Compare across schools → |
51
|
$40,614/yr | High | 8.1x |
| History Compare across schools → |
47
|
$35,403/yr | High | 10.0x |
| Special Education and Teaching Compare across schools → |
45
|
$44,009/yr | High | 9.3x |
| Sustainability Studies Compare across schools → |
44
|
$42,076/yr | High | 10.3x |
|
Geosciences
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Compare across schools → |
43
|
$46,954/yr | High | 8.8x |
|
Health & Physical Education
Health and Physical Education/Fitness Compare across schools → |
42
|
$33,952/yr | Moderate | 9.5x |
| Geography and Cartography Compare across schools → |
40
|
$36,996/yr | High | 6.7x |
| Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools → |
40
|
$34,892/yr | High | 10.1x |
| Nutrition Sciences Compare across schools → |
38
|
$39,258/yr | High | 8.8x |
| Sociology Compare across schools → |
38
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$36,077/yr | High | 8.3x |
|
Biology
Biology, General Compare across schools → |
38
|
$34,647/yr | High | 8.8x |
|
Psychology
Psychology, General Compare across schools → |
37
|
$32,351/yr | High | 8.6x |
|
Health Sciences
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General Compare across schools → |
35
|
$39,099/yr | High | 8.8x |
|
Fine Arts
Fine and Studio Arts Compare across schools → |
35
|
$30,663/yr | Moderate | 8.4x |
| Anthropology Compare across schools → |
34
|
$35,432/yr | High | 6.1x |
| Journalism Compare across schools → |
33
|
$30,216/yr | Very High | 10.2x |
| Physics Compare across schools → |
32
|
$34,373/yr | Very High | 6.2x |
|
English
English Language and Literature, General Compare across schools → |
32
|
$30,689/yr | Very High | 8.9x |
| Music Compare across schools → |
30
|
$26,944/yr | High | 4.6x |
|
Communication Disorders
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Compare across schools → |
26
|
$26,425/yr | High | 9.0x |
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Dietetics & Nutrition
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services Compare across schools → |
24
|
$28,224/yr | High | 8.6x |
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Theater & Drama
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Compare across schools → |
23
|
$24,761/yr | Moderate | 5.5x |
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52/100
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52/100