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Naropa University

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  • 4 Year
  • Boulder, CO
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,094
Naropa University overview
Naropa University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado, Naropa University operates as a private Buddhist-inspired liberal arts institution founded in 1974 by Tibetan Buddhist teacher Chögyam Trungpa. The university occupies three campuses within Boulder, with the main Arapahoe Campus featuring a mix of modern and converted historical buildings in a walkable urban setting. Naropa combines traditional academic disciplines with contemplative practices and mindfulness studies, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as Psychology, Environmental Studies, Creative Writing, and Religious Studies. The university pioneered the field of contemplative education in North America and maintains a distinct academic approach that integrates Eastern wisdom traditions with Western scholarly methods. While Naropa does not provide traditional dormitory housing, the university assists students in finding local housing options within the Boulder community.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Naropa University admission standards
  • GPA 3.42

Acceptance Rate

100%
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  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 27.3%
  • Application Fee $25

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$36,620
Costs for Naropa University
Fee Cost
Tuition $36,620
Books and Supplies $1,256
Other Fees $500
Room and Board $12,290
Budget for Other Expenses $4,896
Total One Year Cost $55,562
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$25,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

35% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Naropa University are Psychology, General Studies, and Visual and Performing Arts. 29% of students major in Psychology, 18% in General Studies, and 17% in Visual and Performing Arts.

  • Psychology 29%
  • General Studies 18%
  • Visual and Performing Arts 17%
  • English and Literature 10%
  • Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 10%
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=127653.

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Last updated: August 2026