Academics
At UNC, you’ll find the opportunities and innovation of a big research university with a small school feel.
Whatever your dreams are, you can find your True North at UNC.
The University of Northern Colorado offers more than 200 undergraduate and graduate programs across six colleges. No matter what you choose to study, you’ll benefit from real-world learning opportunities, expert faculty, impressive labs and facilities, and personalized support.
Founded as a teacher’s college in 1889, education is in our DNA. Our passionate faculty members are not only experts in their fields, they are also exceptional teachers committed to your academic and career success. With an average class size of 25 students, they’ll get to know you well — and by name.
Academics at UNC
Academic Programs
Between undergraduate, graduate and pre-professional programs, UNC offers an incredible variety of majors, minors, concentrations and certifications.
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After graduation, most UNC students go straight into the workforce, attend graduate school or pursue a volunteer opportunity.
Student-Faculty Ratio
Get plenty of personalized attention. Most classes at UNC have fewer than 30 students.
Our Programs
With more than 100 majors, minors and concentration areas, you can customize a degree program to fit your unique interests and career goals.
Join a community of curious, motivated students pursuing an engaging approach to learning. Learn how to think critically, make connections between disciplines and dive deep into today’s most pressing problems and cutting-edge research.
At UNC, our general education courses are known as the Liberal Arts Curriculum (LAC).
Take your passion for knowledge and growth and pursue the next step in your career or academic pursuits: earn a graduate degree.
Prepare for successful admission to medical school, law school, health professions programs and other graduate-level pursuits. These special advising programs help make sure you take the right courses and gain a competitive edge.
UNC offers a variety of degree completion and graduate degree programs in online and hybrid formats to help you reach your goals on your schedule.
Learn Beyond the Classroom
Unparalleled Research Opportunities
As a public doctoral research institution, innovation happens everywhere at UNC. Students of all levels can participate in faculty-mentored projects — and even present and publish their original work.
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Engaging International Experiences
Gain a global perspective. Spend a semester or year abroad or immerse yourself in different cultures on campus through a variety of programs and events.
Personalized Career Development
Professional development resources begin from day one at UNC. Get help with everything from discovering your ideal major to finding your dream job after graduation.
October — Approximately 80+ employers and graduate schools recruited UNC students for full-time jobs, part-time jobs and internships in the University Center.
Personalized Academic Support
We’re here to help you succeed. You’ll have access to a range of resources, whether you want help plotting your path, need assistive technology or are looking for extra help with a writing or math assignment.
Colorado is Your Classroom
