At a glance
Average net price
$29,179
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
36.7%
Admission rate
100%
Undergrad size
339
In-state tuition
$36,620
Out-of-state tuition
$36,620
Cost of attendance
$53,397
Median earnings (10y)
$28,720
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 54.2%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
7 program areas reported · Heavily focused on social sciences (58% of credentials).
- STEM3%
- Health8%
- Humanities & arts30%
- Social sciences58%
- Trades & services1%
- Psychology58.1%~197 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary24.3%~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
14 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 258 | $33,475 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | $19,802 | $33,250 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Psychology, Other. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master's | 27 | $23,019 | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Movement and Mind-Body Therapies and Education. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Systems Science and Theory. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Naropa University
Naropa University is a small institution located in Boulder, Colorado, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 339 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Psychology, Interdisciplinary, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Naropa University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,179 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $36,620 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $53,397 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 36.7%, a average completion outcome. 54.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $28,720 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Naropa University confers degrees and certificates across 7 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Psychology, Interdisciplinary, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (58% of credentials), humanities & arts (30% of credentials), health (8% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Naropa University accepts 100% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Boulder, Colorado (city), Naropa University draws students from across Colorado and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Naropa University
Q.How much does Naropa University cost?
The average net price at Naropa University is $29,179 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $53,397.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Naropa University?
Naropa University has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Naropa University?
Naropa University admits 100% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Naropa University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Naropa University graduate earns $28,720 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Naropa University?
Published tuition is $36,620 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Naropa University located?
Naropa University is located in Boulder, Colorado (ZIP 80302).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Naropa University at their official website.