University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, Colorado · Public
University of Northern Colorado admitted 94% of 10,212 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 960–1170 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 51% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of Northern Colorado’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- December 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- March 1, 2027
The application fee is $50, and University of Northern Colorado accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Northern Colorado’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Northern Colorado doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How University of Northern Colorado rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.48 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $31,678 in-state and $45,872 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $19,115 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Northern Colorado’s acceptance rate?
University of Northern Colorado admitted 94% of applicants: 9,553 of 10,212 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is University of Northern Colorado’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due December 1, 2026 and regular decision is due March 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for University of Northern Colorado?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 960 to 1170, with a median around 1070. A score at or above 1070 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Northern Colorado’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and University of Northern Colorado accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
Does University of Northern Colorado have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Northern Colorado asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (no supplemental essay. one box asks for comments on your academic record, up to 800 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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