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9 Ways to Turn Your Goals Into Reality

College is about being who you want to be. So the question is, who do you want to be? At CU Boulder, we have eight colleges, schools and programs that can set you up for success. Of all our options, which one are you?

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The Artist

Interested in culture, art and human experience? Our College of Arts & Sciences offers over 20 areas of study in the arts and humanities. 

Learn about our College of Arts & Sciences

The Boss

Want to be a boss? Our Leeds School of Business is a top-ranked program in the nation. 

Learn about our Leeds School of Business

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The Communicator

Do you communicate creatively? We do, too. With data, words, strategy and media, you can create ways to inform and connect in our College of Media, Communication and Information.

Learn about our College of Media, Communication and Information

The Designer

From architecture to sustainable planning, a degree in our Program of Environmental Design allows you to design your world. 

Learn about our Program in Environmental Design

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The Educator

If you value diversity, equality, equity and justice, join the School of Education, which is full of community and classroom leaders.

Learn about our School of Education

The Engineer

Want to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges? From building bridges to improving health care to designing video games and computers, our top-ranked College of Engineering & Applied Science will allow you to help create our future. 

Learn about our College of Engineering & Applied Science

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​The Explorer

Not sure what major is for you? No sweat, our Program in Exploratory Studies allows you to try out classes from various colleges and schools while working with a mentor to pick the perfect major for you. 

Learn about our Program in Exploratory Studies

The Musician

Get in tune with us! Our College of Music offers more than just a music degree—it allows you to explore composition, performance, technology and entrepreneurship. 

Learn about our College of Music

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The Scientist

Interested in the natural sciences and the way humans interact with each other and the world? Our College of Arts & Sciences has you covered with over 25 areas of study in the sciences.

Learn about our College of Arts & Sciences

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