University

Naropa University

(58 reviews)

2130 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302

Naropa University

Overview

What’s missing from your college experience? Naropa is an education with meaning, a path of compassion, a school with heart. And we are ready to welcome you (and your transfer credits) with open arms. Located in Boulder, Colorado, Naropa University is a private, nonprofit, liberal arts university offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, education, environmental studies, peace studies, psychology and religious studies. Buddhist-inspired and nonsectarian, Naropa University is rooted in contemplative education, a teaching and learning approach that integrates Eastern wisdom studies and the arts with traditional Western scholarship. Naropa was the birthplace of the modern mindfulness movement.

Features

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Services

Working Hours

Monday 9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM
Thursday 9 AM–5 PM
Friday 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Location

Reviews

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Gaisma DeGroote

I attended Naropa for two semesters to pursue a Psychology degree. The teachers and courses were unique, thought-provoking and wonderful to work with. However, you'll be paying a VERY high price for those qualities. …

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Michael

One of my biggest regrets of my 20s. I stopped going for a year because going online was driving me insane. …

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Josh White

Setting aside the fact I met my wife there, which was outside Naropa's purview, I could not be happier with my Naropa education. During my 20+ year clinical career since earning my Master's degree there, I have been struck by how well …

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Rebecca Hindman

I earned my undergraduate degree from Naropa University in the late 90's in Religious Studies and Writing and Poetics. Both students and faculty were passionate about the programs offered and this created a lively atmosphere for learning. …

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murungakkai

Studied here for 2 years to finish my undergraduate degree. Had many life changing experiences. Teachers and staff were phenomenal. Classes always had great content and very enlightening discussions. Naropa is a rare gem in a sea of samsara, grateful to have been able to spend time here.

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JRS

Its an amazing place. I am a former undergraduate student at Naropa. I completed my Bachelor of Arts …

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Arakhthanda “ShadowBuddha” Ocean Tantric Lama

If Naropa were to have a chance to be a great school, first it must live up to its promise as a contemplative college which helps people define why they came to learn what they learn in the first place rather than to be a hippy school where …

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Be informed before you enroll, make sure you will be able to get the job (or into the Masters program) you want after you get out. …

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Ignatious McLadden (ivl)

I attended this university as an undergraduate, studying contemplative psych, religious studies, and traditional eastern arts. I received an excellent education, although the academic components were lacking at times. Still, the uniqueness …

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I would suggest to any parent (or student) to do their research before committing to the cost of tuition at this university. The level and quality of education do not align with the cost in any way. It's a loosely organized institution with …