University of Colorado Denver
In the heart of downtown Denver, CU Denver combines innovative research and accessible education with the advantages that only a dynamic urban environment can provide. On our diverse campus where all are welcome, we offer the quality education that the University of Colorado is known for at an exceptional value. For nearly 50 years, we have helped 100,000+ graduates achieve their goals—achieve yours too, with a degree from CU Denver.
Academic programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
- Public health
- Architecture
Student experience
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
Anyone applying for admission to a college or university for the first time after graduating from high school, or earning a General Educational Diploma (GED), is a first-year student for admission purposes. Students who completed college courses while still in high school may have credits that will be considered for transfer toward their college degree, but they still apply as first-year students.
Transfer
- Students with 23 or fewer semester hours of completed college-level course work at the time of application are considered for admission based on high school GPA, high school courses/units completed, ACT or SAT scores and college or university GPA.
- Students with 24 or more semester hours of completed college-level course work at the time of application are considered for admission based primarily upon performance in college courses.
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Additional information
Our campus is convenient for students who live throughout the metro area’s many neighborhoods. Students who work downtown love that we are so close. And students who live north or south of the city along the Front Range Corridor also benefit from our centrally located campus.
Both our shared campus and our downtown location contribute to an inclusive community that fosters respect for diverse students and groups.
We also offer housing options on campus, including our brand new, first year residence hall City Heights.
Visit us
Are you ready to see where university learning connects with city experience? Then take a guided campus tour, schedule a personalized department visit, or attend an information session. More details can be found at our website. We’re proud of our campus and its place in the city. We’re excited to show you everything that’s possible here. Watch our video here.
"CU Denver serves students who have traditionally been left out of higher education—who make an intentional choice to be here. Our faculty and staff know that the work we are doing is important. They are here because they want to support our students. There is a hunger for innovation and a belief that we can do things in new and creative ways."