2023 Comprehensive Report on Rankings, Costs, Graduation Rate and More
$17,128
Net Price
91%
Admitted
14%
Enrolled
52%
Graduation Rate
14/1
Student / Faculty
University Detail
University of Northern Colorado
is a public, four or more years institution with a total student enrollment of 10,348. In 2021, there were 356 psychology and social work graduates. This institution ranks #8 in Colorado and ranks #885 in the U.S. for schools that offer psychology degree programs.
Psychology Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, Doctor
Psychology Graduates
356
Total Enrollment
10,348
Type
Public, Four or more years
Institution Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
Ranking for University of Northern Colorado
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Colorado Rank
Combining ranking factors for 16 schools that offer psychology degrees in Colorado, University of Northern Colorado ranks #8.
U.S. Rank
Combining ranking factors for 1,439 schools that offer psychology degrees in the U.S., University of Northern Colorado ranks #885.
Psychology Programs Offered
For psychology degrees, University of Northern Colorado offers General Psychology at the bachelor level. At the master level, the university offers Applied Psychology, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy and School Psychology. At the doctorate level Counseling and Applied Psychology, Counseling Psychology and School Psychology are offered.
In the table below, see the programs offered and the number of graduates in each program.
| Psychology Graduates in 2021 | BS | MA | PhD |
| Applied Psychology | – | 10 | – |
| Counseling and Applied Psychology | – | 88 | 11 |
| Counseling Psychology | – | 39 | 5 |
| Educational Psychology | – | 21 | – |
| General Psychology | 156 | – | – |
| Marriage and Family Therapy | – | 2 | – |
| School Psychology | – | 18 | 6 |
| Total Graduates | 156 | 178 | 22 |
Psychology Program Accreditation(s)
Admission, Enrollment, Graduation
In the fall of 2021, 10,152 students applied to the University of Northern Colorado. The university admitted 91% and 14% of those who were admitted also enrolled.
By comparison, the average number of applicants for Colorado universities is 12,853. On average, all Colorado institutions admit 83% and 20% of those who were admitted end up enrolling into the institution.
The percentage of University of Northern Colorado students who return after their first year to begin their second year is 69%. Compared to all Colorado four or more years colleges, the percentage is 71%.
The overall graduation rate for University of Northern Colorado is 52%, compared to 53% for all Colorado universities, while the number of students who transferred out of the program is 65%.
Compare UNC to Colorado Four or more years Colleges
Offering Psychology Degrees
Compare admission, acceptance, retention and graduation rates of University of Northern Colorado to the average of all Colorado four or more years schools that offer psychology degrees.
Why it Matters
Compare Admission and Enrollment
Low admission rates and high enrollment rates denote not only how selective a school is, but also how in-demand the school is. High graduation rates show the overall success of an institution.
UNC
10,152
Applicants
91%
Percent Admitted
14%
Percent Enrolled
69%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
52%
Graduation Rate
CO Colleges
12,853
Applicants
83%
Percent Admitted
20%
Percent Enrolled
71%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
53%
Graduation Rate
Student & Faculty Information
In the fall of 2021, there were 421 or 56% full-time instructional or research faculty members of all faculty and there were 326 or 44% part-time faculty members employed at University of Northern Colorado. The number of full-time instructional faculty was 421 or 56%.
Part-time teachers are paid less and cost less, so any organization with a disproportionate number of part-time teachers can invest money in more important areas. However, as part-time teachers, participants can work full-time in their profession and bring experience to the classroom.
Why it Matters
Compare Faculty Numbers
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional percentages indicate that institutions focus their investments in areas that matter most to students.
UNC
14 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
56%
Percent Full-Time
44%
Percent Part-Time
56%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
CO Colleges
15 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
53%
Percent Full-Time
47%
Percent Part-Time
49%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
Tuition and Student Expenses
For the 2021-2022 academic year at University of Northern Colorado the average cost of undergraduate tuition is $8,127, and the average cost for books and supplies is $1,200.
For graduate students, the average cost for tuition is $11,192 and the average cost for graduate fees is $2,174.
In the table below, find the average total expenses to attend University of Northern Colorado in 2021-2022 including tuition, room, board and living expenses for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Note that the average total expenses do not include financial aid, grants, loans or scholarships. You can find the average financial aid and net price data in the sections below.
| Expenses for University of Northern Colorado | 2021-2022 |
| On Campus Room & Board | $12,152 |
| On-Campus Living Expenses | $3,290 |
| Total Living Expenses | $15,442 |
| Tuition for In-State, Undergraduate | $8,127 |
| Books and Supplies, Undergraduate | $1,200 |
| Total Undergraduate Expenses | $24,769 |
| In-State, Graduate Tuition | $11,192 |
| In-State, Graduate Fees | $2,174 |
| Total Graduate Expenses | $13,366 |
Net Price
Average Net Price
The average net price to attend University of Northern Colorado is $17,128. Average net price is calculated by adding tuition, room, board, living costs, books, supplies together and then subtracting the average financial (grants, scholarships and loans) for federal financial aid recipients.
In other words, the average net price is the average amount students pay to attend this university for one year.
Average net price is calculated from the most recent data supplied by each institution to the US Department of Education and is found by subtracting the average amount of federal, state/local government, or institutional grant or scholarship aid from the total cost of attendance. The total cost of attendance is the sum of published tuition and required fees (lower of in-district or in-state), books and supplies, and the weighted average for room and board and other expenses.
Net Price by Family Income
Depending on the federal, state, or institutional grant aid available, the table below shows the average amount students pay to attend University of Northern Colorado presented by family income bracket.
Students may pay more or less depending on their individual circumstances; however, these are the average costs as tracked by the university and reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
| Average Net Price by Income | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 |
| $0 – $30,000 | $13,150 | $12,876 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,774 | $12,561 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $14,111 | $14,062 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $16,144 | $17,247 |
| $110,001 and more | $20,022 | $20,511 |
Compare University of Northern Colorado to all Colorado universitas that offer psychology degrees for the cost to attend, average financial aid, percent of students receiving aid and the average net price to attend.
For program ranking, we see a lower overall cost of tuition and cost of living expenses minus the average financial aid a student may receive as the ranking factor student may want to consider.
Why it Matters
Compare Average Cost to Attend and Net Price
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional professors indicates to us institutions that focus their investments in areas that matter most: the education of students by the best instructors possible.
UNC
$24,769
Cost to Attend
$8,069
Average Financial Aid
99%
Percent Receiving Aid
$17,128
Net Price
CO Colleges
$33,618
Cost to Attend
$13,144
Average Financial Aid
89%
Percent Receiving Aid
$19,516
Average Net Price
Financial Aid
The number of beginning students who enter postsecondary education for the first time and receive financial aid is 1,323 or 99%.
The number of undergraduate students who receive a grant or scholarship is 7,453 and the average amount of their grant or scholarship is $8,069.
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | # Receiving Aid | Average Aid Received |
|---|---|---|
| Grant or Scholarship Aid | 7,453 | $8,069 |
| Pell Grants | 2,221 | $5,187 |
| Federal Student Loans | 3,389 | $6,122 |
Below, compare the financial aid students receive at the University of Northern Colorado to all schools across the United States that offer psychology degrees.
We see higher percentages of those receiving aid and the percent that aid covers the net price of education as an indicator of the strength of the institution.
Why it Matters
Compare Financial Aid
Financial Aid can make the difference between being able to afford college or being priced out of college. Many students may find college far more affordable than they could imagine, when accounting for the various kinds of financial aid available.
UNC
7,453
Grant or Scholarship Aid
57%
Grants or Scholarships
2,221
Number of Pell Grants
17%
Pell Grants
3,389
Federal Student Loans
26%
Federal Student Loans
CO Colleges
4,989
Grant or Scholarship Aid
52%
Grants or Scholarships
2,046
Number of Pell Grants
21%
Pell Grants
2,640
Federal Student Loans
27%
Federal Student Loans
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