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Freshman Admission Criteria
When we evaluate your application, we will look at the types of courses you have taken, your GPA, personal essays, the extent to which you have completed our minimum academic preparation standards (MAPS), and your SAT or ACT scores. More>>
Credit for College Course Work or Exams
If you earn college-level credit while enrolled in high school, or take an Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, or College-Level Examination Program exam, you may be able to transfer the credit to CU-Boulder. More>>
Guaranteed Admission for Colorado Freshmen
The University of Colorado at Boulder guarantees admission to first-time Colorado resident freshmen who meet specific criteria. More>>
International
Students
If you are an international student (i.e., you hold any type of temporary
visa), refer to the information on the website for prospective
international students.








