Admissions

Students in the College of Arts and Sciences gain in-depth knowledge, skills, professional experience and the confidence to meet 21st-century career challenges, while our liberal arts education teaches students how to interpret and interact with the world—skills often demanded by employers.

Between our onboarding experience,scholarship offerings and our extensive degree options, we work to create life-changing experiences for students, beginning during the admissions process and lasting well beyond when students graduate.

First-year application       Transfer application

First-Year Students

You are considered a first-year student if you have not enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school.

First Year Application

Transfer Students

You are considered a transfer student if you have enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school.

Transfer Application

Graduate Students

You are considered a graduate student if you have earned a bachelor's degree and are pursuing an advanced degree in a specific field.

Graduate Application

Applying as an international student?

You are an international student if you need a visa to be in the U.S. U.S. passport and green card holders should apply as U.S. students. Either way, the University of Colorado Boulder recommends that you start your exploration of CU Boulder by choosing one of the student types above. This information is applicable to all students. Below, you will find any additional resources that you may need as an international applicant.

International Undergraduate Students     International Graduate Students

Scholarships

The College of Arts and Sciences awards more than 200 scholarships each year to first-year and continuing students with a major in the Arts and Sciences.

Scholarships are awarded by the Dean’s Office and by many of the departments based on academic merit, financial need, extracurricular activities, leadership experience or other considerations.

Learn more about the College's scholarships

Visit Boulder virtually

The University of Colorado Boulder's campus is truly one of a kind, and you can begin to experience it from anywhere in the world. Check out our virtual tour of several sites in the College of Arts and Sciences to learn more about our students' experiences.