Is Naropa University worth it?
Naropa University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Boulder, Colorado (midsize city). It awarded 282 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in counseling psychology, psychology and multi studies.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$18,611
Median earnings 4 years after
$41,627
Median earnings 10 years after
$28,720
Average net price
$29,179
Completion rate
37%
Completions (2024)
282
Years to pay back
2.8 years
Students (undergrad)
339
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $37,793 | $45,234 | 183 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $17,708 | $43,238 | 30 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Education, Other | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Systems Science and Theory | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Religion/Religious Studies | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Religion/Religious Studies | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Counseling Psychology | Master's | 165 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 43 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 18 |
| Creative Writing | Master's | 15 |
| Pastoral Studies/Counseling | Master's | 13 |
| Psychology, Other | Master's | 12 |
| Art Therapy/Therapist | Bachelor's | 4 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | Master's | 3 |
| Environmental Studies | Bachelor's | 2 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | Bachelor's | 2 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 38% | 1,135 |
| Educational Services | 17% | 516 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 237 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 187 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 132 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 128 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 4% | 119 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 3% | 105 |
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Sources: federal figures for Naropa University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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