School Information

22.9
Total Enrollment 1,073
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 9 : 1

Naropa University

http://www.naropa.edu
2130 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, Colorado 80302-6697
(303) 444-0202

Mission Statement Inspired by the rich intellectual and experiential traditions of East and West, Naropa University is North America's leading institution of contemplative education. Naropa recognizes the inherent goodness and wisdom of each human being. It educates the whole person, cultivating academic excellence and contemplative insight in order to infuse knowledge with wisdom. The university nurtures in its students a lifelong joy in learning, a critical intellect, the sense of purpose that accompanies compassionate service to the world, and the openness and equanimity that arise from authentic insight and self-understanding. Ultimately, Naropa students explore the inner resources needed to engage ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Naropa University, 61.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 61.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $13,941), and 65% receive loans ($8,751 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,758.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Naropa University is $21,204 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 178 people applied to Naropa University. Of the applicants, 64.0% were admitted (72.0% male & 53.0% female ) and 39.0% accepted (36.0% male and 46.0% female)

Of the 480 undergraduate students at Naropa University, 9.0% are part-time. A majority (66.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 31.0% of the 593 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     18.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     63.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     100.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     41.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     50.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     46.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 303-546-3572 or 1-800-772-6951
Admissions Office Email admissions@naropa.edu
Admissions Office Address 2130 Arapahoe Avenue Boulder, CO 80302
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.naropa.edu/admissions/transfer/index.cfm
Admissions Website http://www.naropa.edu/admissions/index.cfm (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.applyweb.com/apply/naropa/menu.html
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Naropa University, you should have:

  • A High School Record
  • TOEFL
 
Naropa University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Education 8 5
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 8
Education, Other 5
English language and literature/letters 12 38
Creative Writing 38
English Language and Literature, General 12
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 12 3
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 11 3
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution 1
Natural resources and conservation 8 22
Environmental Studies 8
Natural Resources Management and Policy 22
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 8
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other 8
Philosophy and religious studies 4 11
Religion/Religious Studies 4 11
Psychology 32 97
Counseling Psychology 80
Psychology, General 32
Psychology, Other 17
Theology and religious vocations 9
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv) 9
Visual and performing arts 10 33
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other 33
Fine/Studio Arts, General 3
Music, General 6
Visual and Performing Arts, General 1
 
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