by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Naropa worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Naropa is ranked #2,784 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Colorado, it ranks #42 of 49 for value.
Among the majors Naropa offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| English | #537 of 546 |
| General Psychology | #954 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #954 of 1,068 |
Read the full Naropa value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Naropa University is ranked #38 out of #53 in Colorado for quality and #42 out of #49 for Colorado value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Naropa financial aid page to be sure.
Naropa University is ranked #2,784 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Naropa University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Naropa costs about $32,797. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $131,190 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $53,302 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $29,179 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $32,797 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $131,190 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Naropa net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Naropa degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $213,208 | — | — |
| All Students | $131,190 | #2,784 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $116,716 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $213,208 | — | — |
| All Students | $131,190 | #42 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $116,716 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Naropa shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $20,428 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,626 |
| $48K–$75K | $26,342 |
| $75K–$110K | $40,662 |
| Over $110K | $43,733 |
About 85% of Naropa undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $21,187 per year. Get more details on the Naropa financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Naropa cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.