Colorado Northwestern Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: CNCC

Rangely, CO
(970) 675-2261
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What Are the Key Stats for Colorado Northwestern Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$4,594

Total Enrollment

1,271

Graduation Rate

33.5%

Graduation rate

Program Completions

249

Last reported year

How Colorado Northwestern Community College Compares

Colorado Northwestern Community College's 1,271-student body is mid-range for trade and vocational schools. A 34% graduation rate and $12,891 net price provide useful comparison points when stacking Colorado Northwestern Community College against similarly-sized competitors.

Where is Colorado Northwestern Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Colorado Northwestern Community College

33 graduates • Class of 2025 • CIP 24.0101
26 graduates • Class of 2025 • CIP 03.0208
26 graduates • Class of 2025 • CIP 49.0102
22 graduates • Class of 2025 • CIP 51.0602
18 graduates • Class of 2025 • CIP 47.0608

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Colorado Northwestern Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the NURSING PROFESSIONS 2 program at Colorado Northwestern Community College, 61% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 71% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,903 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
NURSING PROFESSIONS 271%61%60%$12,903
NURSING AIDE64%60%59%$9,898
DENTAL HYGIENE95%67%67%$14,846
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 117%58%50%$7,915
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT—37%41%$8,419

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Colorado Northwestern Community College

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Enrollment

Colorado Northwestern Community College enrolls 1,271 students. The student body is 57.3% women, with diverse representation across programs. Students benefit from a supportive campus community focused on academic success.

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Academics

Colorado Northwestern Community College maintains a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Colorado Northwestern Community College employs 30 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 100% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Colorado Northwestern Community College offers programs in 12 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Environmental/Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew. In 2025, the college awarded 249 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Colorado Northwestern Community College is $4,594 for in-state students and $7,304 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $12,891. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Colorado Northwestern Community College achieves a 37.3% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 39.4% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 4 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
500 Kennedy Drive
Rangely, CO, 81648-3598
Administrator
Lisa Jones
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,594
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $7,304
Average Net Price $12,891

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00135900
EIN: 383721881
IPEDS ID: 126748
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