University of Northern Colorado (UNC)

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University of Northern Colorado can be found in Greeley, CO, a public college which focuses on only a select few programs offered. Over 14,000 students are enrolled at UNC.

Most of the students accepted into UNC had an SAT score in the range of 900 to 1140, or got accepted with an ACT composite score between 20 to 24. We were able to estimate the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) average GPA (3.06 - 3.25) of admitted students by applying sampled GPA data on over 150 schools. 70% of all those who apply are admitted to University of Northern Colorado, from which 37% choose to attend. When applying historical data, we have projected that the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) acceptance rate 2015 will be around 74%. You can get more information from the admissions office website at unco.edu.

Overall University of Northern Colorado (UNC) Acceptance Rate - Fall 2013

69.6%

The overall acceptance rate for University of Northern Colorado was reported as 69.6% in Fall 2013 with over 7,600 applications submitted to University of Northern Colorado. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.

Accepted Applicants Profile

UNC ACT Scores: 20 - 24
UNC Average GPA: 3.06 - 3.25

How Hard Is It to Get into University of Northern Colorado?

Applicant Selectivity: Medium

The applicant selectivity of University of Northern Colorado is about average, as determined by collecting standardized test scores e.g. ACT/SAT and high school average GPA ranges of students who were granted admissions from previous years.

Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2021 Projection

The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2021-2022 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for University of Northern Colorado has been on a downward trend over the past few years.

Acceptance Rate By Year

2009-2010: 92.3%
2010-2011: 88.2%
2011-2012: 72.8%
2012-2013: 69.7%
2013-2014: 69.6%
Projected UNC Acceptance Rate 2021-2022: 74.0%

How Does University of Northern Colorado (UNC) Compare?

69.6%

This School

55.5%

National Avg

The acceptance rate for University of Northern Colorado is twenty-five percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 55.5%.

Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates

School	Acceptance Rate
Regis University	69.9%
University of Denver	76.7%
Colorado Christian University	97.6%
Colorado School of Mines	37.4%
University of Wyoming	95.7%

Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details

General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions

High School GPA Scores are Required
High School Class Rankings are Recommended
School Records are Required
College Prep Classes are Recommended
Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required
TOEFL Exam (Foreign Language Students) are Required

Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2013)

	Total	Male	Female
Applicants	7,602	37.1%	62.9%
Admitted	5,289	34.8%	65.2%
Enrolled	1,939	35.8%	64.2%

Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to University of Northern Colorado (UNC) (Fall 2013)

ACT^®	Score Range
English	19 - 25
Math	18 - 24
Composite Score	20 - 24

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School Details

Address

Carter Hall - Rm 4000
Greeley, CO 80639

Phone

(970) 351-1890

Website

unco.edu

School Code

#001349