Northeastern Junior College Colorado

Public two-year college in Sterling, Colorado, serving 1,502 students with low tuition and strong transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
100 College Avenue
Sterling, CO
80751
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.njc.edu/
Setting:
Town
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Northeastern Junior College is a public two-year institution in Sterling, Colorado, serving students in a town setting. The college focuses on liberal arts and sciences with an emphasis on general studies and humanities. It enrolls 1,502 students and operates with a mission centered on accessible higher education for the region.

In-state tuition is $5,073 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $7,610. The total cost of attendance for in-state students, including room and board, is $13,301; for out-of-state students, $15,838. The college's low tuition structure makes it an affordable entry point for students beginning their higher education journey in northeastern Colorado and the surrounding region.

This school is well-suited for students planning to complete general education requirements before transferring to a four-year institution, as well as those seeking certificate or associate programs close to home. Community colleges like NJC play a critical transfer role in Colorado's higher education system. For more information about programs, admissions, and support services, visit www.njc.edu/.