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University of Northern Colorado

University of Northern Colorado

About

The University of Northern Colorado (UNC), a public university founded in 1889, has a long history in teacher preparation. We are proud of our heritage and it shows in many ways. Our faculty advocate a teacher-scholar model in which the art and science of teaching are regarded as critical in how we work with all students, including teacher candidates.

Our faculty model high-quality teaching and we place priority on engaging our students in real-world issues in the schools and in the community. We prepare the largest number of teachers and educators across the largest array of program areas, so our teacher candidates gain from interactions with a broad range of future school personnel. Because of our size and program quality we partner with schools across Colorado and the world.

Learn more about how UNC is recruiting the next generation of teachers here.

  • College or University
  • Greeley

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Aly Eschler

Taking over a classroom as a UNC student really helped prepare me for the challenges I face as a classroom teacher now.

Aly Eschler

University of Northern Colorado

Programs

Bachelor’s & licensure

Elementary Education Teaching Concentration Licensure (K-6)

  • Hybrid

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

Earn your license to teach grades K-6 in one of the top education programs in the state. Emphasizing real-world classroom experience to better prepare students for teaching, the Elementary Education program at UNC includes 900 hours of field experience—which is 100 hours above the Colorado requirement. Adjunct faculty—often retired teachers and administrators—supervise teacher candidates in practicum settings, offering a level of personal involvement and mentorship rarely found at other colleges or universities. In addition to gaining teacher licensure, this bachelor’s degree program also enables you to earn CDE endorsement with no extra credit hours required. Students have a proven record of success: 93 percent of EDEL students pass the teacher licensure exam the first time they take it.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Nov. 01, 2025

    Spring

  • Dec. 01, 2025

    Spring

  • Mar. 01, 2027

    Summer

  • May 01, 2027

    Summer

  • Aug. 01, 2027

    Fall

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Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at University of Northern Colorado have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of Northern Colorado to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

UNC Tuition Promise

The UNC Promise provides free tuition to students with the greatest financial need. If you qualify for the program, you will receive standard tuition and mandatory fees of up to 16 credits or a maximum of $5,836 per semester. Learn more.

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Limited off-campus work study positions are available

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Stats

Gender

  • Male

  • Female

    8%

    92%

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