Colorado Northwestern Community College
About Colorado Northwestern Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Colorado Northwestern Community College teaches in Rangely and Craig, in the high desert of the state's northwestern corner, and keeps dormitories. It runs dental hygiene and aviation programs, and close to a third of its students transfer on.
Founded
1962
Location
Rangely, Colorado
Students
504
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,594
Out-of-state: $7,304
Avg Net Price
$12,131
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,526
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
33.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54%
Transfer Out
31.7%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.9K
Class Size
Small
The 33.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,594
In-State
$7,304
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,500
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,923
After Financial Aid
$12,131
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,832
Receive Grants
14.4%
Take Loans
13.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $20,923/yr, including $9,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,131.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Colorado Northwestern Community College fund their education.
While in School
14.4%
Get Grants
Free money
13.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,548
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Colorado Northwestern Community College.
Gender
61.9%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
504
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
16.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 45.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
504
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Colorado Northwestern Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 128 student athletes, about 25% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
128
25% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
78
Men
50
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Colorado Northwestern Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,526
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$49K
49 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$62K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Air Transportation
—
9 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
—
6 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
2 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.