University of Northern Colorado

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UNC offers students the best educational experience in Colorado, not just because we have excellent academic programs, but also because our professors are talented, innovative teachers who bring research to students in the classroom and the field. By connecting teaching and research, UNC offers students a unique experience with 200 undergraduate and graduate programs on-campus, off-campus, and online.
A 4-year doctoral-granting university, UNC is uniquely positioned to advance knowledge through discovery because of its just-right size, expert faculty, and research and hands-on learning tradition.
The University of Northern Colorado shall be a comprehensive baccalaureate and specialized graduate research university with selective admission standards. The University shall offer a comprehensive array of baccalaureate programs and masters and doctoral degrees, primarily in education. The University of Northern Colorado has statewide authority to offer graduate programs for the preparation of educational personnel.
The University of Northern Colorado strives to be a leading student-centered university that promotes effective teaching, lifelong learning, the advancement of knowledge, research, and a commitment to service. Graduates are educated in the Liberal Arts and professionally prepared to live and contribute effectively in a rapidly changing, technologically advanced society.
Description: The University of Northern Colorado is a comprehensive baccalaureate and specialized graduate research university with a continuing commitment to its historical role in educators' preparation. The University offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts, sciences, humanities, business, human sciences, and education. The array and quality of UNC programs provide a unique resource to Colorado. All students must study in the liberal arts tradition, which prepares them to think and act responsibly in a dynamic, diverse, and global society. Multicultural content and interdisciplinary programs enrich academic experiences. University curricula are designed to improve students' critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, leadership, and technological applications.
As a Doctoral University: Higher Research Activity, the University of Northern Colorado's graduate programs emphasize advanced scholarship within a discipline and acquire professional career advancement opportunities. Graduate education includes various master's degrees that complement the University's mission and purposes and a select number of doctoral programs that emphasize scholarship and research, clinical practice, pedagogy, or performance. The University provides a full range of student support services and recreational opportunities. The James A. Michener Library and the Music Library provide information resources through sophisticated technology and established collections.
The University provides services that support equal learning opportunities for all students. Learning occurs in an environment characterized by small classes taught by full-time faculty. At both the graduate and undergraduate levels, UNC faculty subscribe to a teacher/scholar model in which activities in scholarship and service complement excellence in instruction. Support for the continuous improvement of teaching, learning, scholarship, and service is provided through University programs, policies, and practices.
Picture yourself here in Greeley, Colorado, at the University of Northern Colorado. Where the sun shines more than 300 days a year, rivers convene in the high desert plains, and the winters are picturesque. The campus is big enough to take 15 minutes to cross, but it's small enough that you will still run into your friends. Where inspiring professors lead our distinctive and distinguished students in undergraduate research, picture yourself at UNC, where you will get a truly outstanding education. It is just waiting to be customized by you.
College is a BIG life decision. Hear from UNC students, faculty, staff, and academic professionals on all things that have to do with navigating your way from high school to — and through — college. Grab your favorite snack, and get comfortable. There is a lot to learn, and we are here to help you along the way.
There's a lot that makes life at UNC great. With sporting events, shows on campus, and outdoor activities — not to mention everything else Greeley and Colorado has in store for you — you'll be sure to find plenty of opportunities that will make you feel right at home.
At the University of Northern Colorado, you will build your life on campus, but a big part of that life is informed by the city you will call home. Student life here on campus is surrounded by big-box retailers as well as the unique-to-Greeley shops found downtown. The arts are essential to UNC, but they are equally crucial to the City of Greeley.
There is a lot to do at UNC, from intramural sports to Frisbee golf. With our unique Outdoor Pursuits program, you will have easy access to Colorado's amazing outdoor adventures with trips, skills workshops, free gear rental, and knowledgeable advice for planning and preparation.
The Office of Financial Aid connects you and your family to financial solutions such as Grants, Scholarships, Student Employment, and loans to help you bridge the gap between what you can afford to pay for your college expenses and the cost of attending.

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