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Colorado Northwestern Community College

500 Kennedy Drive
Rangely, CO 81648

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Colorado Northwestern Community College Photo #1 - Welcome to CNCC's Craig Campus. Craig is just 40 min West of the Steamboat, located on the Yampa River, and access to the outdoors of Northwest Colorado by stepping out the door. A friendly, welcoming, and hard-working rural community that our students can safe and egaged in.

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Colorado Northwestern Community College Photo #3 - The Rangely Campus in Rangely CO has a very traditional university feel with Residence Halls, Athletics, Dining Hall, Campus Life, and more. In Rangely enjoy the vast outdoors with miles of trails, the White River, Kenney Reservoir and so much more. Just an hour and a half North of Grand Junction there is tons to explore in Rangely.

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Colorado Northwestern is one college in two Colorado communities. Depending on what you want to study, CNCC has the perfect surroundings and facilities to meet your needs. Founded in 1962 as "Rangely College," CNCC now serves nearly 1,000 students on two campuses, two service centers and online. Our two main campuses in Craig and Rangely are 90 miles apart in the mountains and canyons of Northwestern Colorado, with two service centers located in Meeker and Oak Creek. Outdoor Adventures We serve a diverse student population, ranging from traditional college students right out of high school, to a diverse population of adults who are seeking to advance their careers, or perhaps pursue a second one. The programs we offer are as diverse as our students. We offer world-class Arts & Science Degree programs that feature guaranteed transfer to Colorado four-year institutions. We also offer a rich array of Career and Technical programs designed to give students the training they need to get to work now. The Gates of Lodore, a canyon on the Green River, in northwestern Colorado. Perhaps one the the most attractive things about CNCC is that we are centered in one of the richest recreational and scenic areas in Colorado. It`s Colorado like you`ve never seen it before, with deep, high mountain canyons; impossibly wide vistas; wild, untamed rivers; and solitude that inspires.

School Highlights

Colorado Northwestern Community College serves 1,501 students (29% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.

Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 51%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 1,501 students
In-state tuition: $5,997
Out-state tuition: $6,991
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 32%
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Colorado Northwestern Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Colorado Northwestern Community College

(CO) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional

Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Private, for profit

Total Faculty

126 staff

80 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Colorado Northwestern Community College has grown by 9% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.

The Colorado Northwestern Community College diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 25% over five years.

Total Enrollment

1,501 students

1,174 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

23:1

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# Full-Time Students

442 students

712 students

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# Part-Time Students

1,059 students

1,500 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

150 students

185 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

442 students

483 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

95 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

1,059 students

1,114 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

1 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

346 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

% Asian

% Hispanic

16%

25%

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% Black

% White

68%

49%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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0.51

0.69

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

0.3179%

0.636%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

0.2712%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$41,400

$33,300

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,997 is more than the state average of $3,735. The in-state tuition has grown by 44% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $6,991 is less than the state average of $10,403. The out-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$5,997

$3,735

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$6,991

$10,403

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

89%

84%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$12,000

$11,000

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

n/a

98%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Equestrian, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) is a publicly supported two-year institution that was established in 1960. The main campus at Rangely, was opened in 1962 as Rangely College to a freshman class composed of 82 students. Originally, the College was a branch of Mesa College in Grand Junction, Colorado, but the two were separated in 1970. In July of 1974, Rangely College officially became Colorado Northwestern Community College. Colorado Northwestern Community College has been your education partner since 1962. With campuses in Rangely and Craig, community education centers in Meeker and South Routt County, as well as increasing opportunities for distance and technology-assisted learning, Colorado Northwestern Community College continues to be your best educational choice for affordable, high-quality learning options. CNCC has many clubs and activities for our students including outdoor recreational activities from whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, rock climbing and expedition camping to our on-campus challenge course andclimbing gym. In addition, you will find a variety of collegiate athletics. We have outstanding occupational and transfer programs, excellent faculty with a personalized touch, and many outdoor recreational opportunities offered in a open-door atmosphere, with affordable prices, and at five different locations in Northwestern Colorado. Colorado Northwestern Community College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Colorado Northwestern Community College cost?

Colorado Northwestern Community College's tuition is approximately $5,997 for In-State students and $6,991 for Out-State students.

What sports does Colorado Northwestern Community College offer?

Colorado Northwestern Community College offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Equestrian, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Colorado Northwestern Community College's ranking?

Colorado Northwestern Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Colorado for: Average community college minority breakdown.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 1,501 students
In-state tuition: $5,997
Out-state tuition: $6,991
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 32%
Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

For Colorado public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,735 per year for in-state students and $10,403 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,162 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Colorado is 86%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Colorado community colleges have a of 0.69, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Colorado is Colorado Heights University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.