First Gen at CU Boulder

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SAVE THE DATE - AUG 13-17 

REGISTER WITH MOSAIC BELOW AND PARTICIPATE IN OUR PRE-ARRIVAL PROGRAM

First Gen @ CU Boulder | First-generation college students represent a wide variety of identities and lived experiences. We define first-gen as a CU student whose guardian or parents have not received a bachelor's degree in the United States. Being first-gen is a big deal and we’re excited to support you in your transition to the university!  

 

Mosaic Intercultural Leadership Program


Join Mosaic! Mosaic is a semester long program designed to unite first generation college students from the Program in Exploratory Studies who are globally conscious leaders, eager to positively impact their communities. Students will join a small community with access to civic, leadership, and community-building opportunities throughout the Fall semester. Students will connect with a peer mentor for guidance and resources to succeed at CU Boulder. 

Reasons to join Mosaic

 

Participate in a Pre-Arrival Program Aug. 13-17. 
Connect with other students and resources before beginning your first semester at CU Boulder

 

Connect with fellow Buffs while developing skills in conflict resolution, time management and more.

 

Receive a PES Global Leadership micro-credential at the end of your first semester. 

 

Develop a network of supportive students, faculty, and staff helping your navigate your first semester of college.

 

Access civic and leadership engagement opportunities. 

Program Requirements: 

Students who participate in the Mosaic program are expected to engage in the following requirements:  

  • Meet with a peer mentor at least (2) times at the beginning and the end of the Fall semester
  • Enroll and participate in FYXP 2200 (1 credit, semester class) during the Fall semester
  • Participate in the Summer Pre-Arrival Program, August 13 – 17, 2026 
  • Be enrolled as a first-year student in the Program in Exploratory Studies 

 

Priority Deadline: May 5, 2026

Apply to Mosaic today

Interested in learning more? Connect with our student engagement manager.