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6 reasons you’ll love Colorado

Aerial of the Flatirons and the Rocky Mountains

Think Colorado is a cool state? We do, too. Not only do we love our surroundings, but our campus environment offers something for everyone—allowing you to reach your full potential. From personal goals to career goals, we have some unique features to help you design your future:

  1. #1 college town in U.S. We have been recognized by the American Institute for Economic Research (2017). Discover what's here.
  2. Inclusive culture. We have a very friendly and welcoming campus community of people from all over the world. Learn more about CU Boulder's community and offerings.
  3. The Rocky Mountains. Skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, camping, rock climbing, fishing. The perfect place for a study break. Need we say more? Check out Boulder and campus.
  4. Customizable education. Want education on your terms? That’s what we offer at CU Boulder. Customize your education to fit your goals. Explore our academic programs.
  5. Be a Buff! Students join our community as a Buff and cheer on our mascot, a real bison named Ralphie, as she charges the field during our Pac-12 home football games. Learn about recreation and athletics.
  6. Research. Not only do we offer hands-on learning and research opportunities, we also are surrounded by national research labs. Learn more about research and creative work.

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Written by CU Boulder Office of Admissions

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