Admission Process

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At CU Boulder, students from around the world join our community to pursue their passions, unleash their creativity and shape the future.

Admission Information For:

Every student’s academic journey begins here. Select which type of applicant you are to learn how to apply to CU Boulder and join the Buff community.

First-Year Applicants

First-year applicants are in high school, or have graduated from high school but have not taken any college courses after graduating or earning a GED.

Transfer Applicants

Transfer applicants have attended another college or university since earning their high school diploma or GED. Transfer applicants are looking to complete a bachelor’s degree at CU Boulder.

International Applicants

Undergraduate international applicants are students who need a visa to be in the U.S. Apply as a domestic student if you have a U.S. passport or green card.

Graduate Applicants

Graduate applicants have earned a bachelor’s degree and are pursuing an advanced degree in a specific field. This includes international, veteran or undocumented prospective graduate students.

 

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CU Boulder counselors are here to help you apply to CU Boulder through the application and answer any questions that may come up during the admission process.  

Undergraduate Information
Graduate Information

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. You may view the list of ADA and Title IX coordinators and review the Regent policy.

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