Is University of Northern Colorado worth it?
University of Northern Colorado is a public, four-year institution in Greeley, Colorado (midsize city). It awarded 2,408 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, psychology and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,691
Median earnings 4 years after
$56,930
Median earnings 10 years after
$52,231
Average net price
$17,760
Completion rate
51%
Completions (2024)
2,408
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
5,598
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $74,308 | $83,712 | 274 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $40,614 | $45,008 | 245 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $50,739 | $74,278 | 206 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,351 | $49,455 | 159 |
| Education, General | Master's | $46,262 | $53,688 | 147 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $38,422 | $55,282 | 117 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Master's | $54,988 | $62,267 | 115 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $33,952 | $52,016 | 113 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $50,573 | $65,278 | 85 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Master's | $47,217 | $60,848 | 83 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $39,099 | $54,921 | 83 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $34,647 | $53,470 | 76 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $34,892 | $56,520 | 73 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $24,761 | $46,089 | 73 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $109,066 | $114,527 | 71 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 175 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 154 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 146 |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | Master's | 112 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 107 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 93 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 72 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 72 |
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | Master's | 68 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 67 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 35% | 14,673 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 20% | 8,483 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 2,732 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 2,656 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 2,067 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,976 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,847 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,499 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Northern Colorado. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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