University of Northern Colorado

University of Northern Colorado is moderately difficult to get into. Around 92% of applicants get into University of Northern Colorado each year. Last year, 10,103 students applied to University of Northern Colorado and 9,252 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Northern Colorado, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/1 and the fee for the application costs $50.

Students who submit their applications to University of Northern Colorado for fall semester should anticipate a decision by September 15.

University of Northern Colorado Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Northern Colorado's admissions stats.

University of Northern Colorado 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12.94%
Mean SAT Score	1096
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	29%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	8%
Waitlist	No

University of Northern Colorado Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Northern Colorado.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	September 15

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Considering Applying Early to University of Northern Colorado?

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University of Northern Colorado does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Northern Colorado Admissions

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Transferring to University of Northern Colorado

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Northern Colorado

University of Northern Colorado has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Northern Colorado?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Northern Colorado

What does University of Northern Colorado consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Northern Colorado for more information on admission factors.

University of Northern Colorado 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Northern Colorado, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of Northern Colorado's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Northern Colorado?

Students admitted to University of Northern Colorado have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 77.55% submitted a class rank. At University of Northern Colorado 12.94% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41.07% were in the top 25% and 77.52% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Northern Colorado, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	20.97%
3.75 and 3.99	18.74%
3.50 and 3.74	17.78%
3.25 and 3.49	16.19%
3.00 and 3.24	13.72%
2.50 and 2.9	11.24%
2.00 and 2.49	1.36%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Northern Colorado directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Northern Colorado has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 29% of University of Northern Colorado's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Northern Colorado?

To be competitive with other University of Northern Colorado applicants, you should strive to score between 980 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Northern Colorado 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 980, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Northern Colorado student is 1096.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Northern Colorado students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Northern Colorado students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Northern Colorado, you should strive to earn between 19 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Northern Colorado's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Northern Colorado students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to University of Northern Colorado

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Northern Colorado.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by September 15.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Northern Colorado during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Northern Colorado Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Northern Colorado?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Northern Colorado.

Does University of Northern Colorado accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Northern Colorado accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Northern Colorado accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Northern Colorado accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Northern Colorado accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Northern Colorado?

❌ No, University of Northern Colorado is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Northern Colorado's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Northern Colorado has an acceptance rate of 92%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Northern Colorado?

❌ University of Northern Colorado does not offer early decision.

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