The University of Colorado Boulder is home to more than 3,000 international students from more than 100 countries.

We have a dynamic and diverse community of scholars and students. Our inclusive, open-minded and friendly university environment allows students to find community with their peers.

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Education Abroad offers our students incredible opportunities to travel, explore and broaden your experiences and perspectives while staying on track for graduation.

  • Coursework is available for all majors offered at CU.
  • With study abroad it’s possible to earn major, minor, certificate, A&S core, MAPS, and/or general elective credit.
  • Experiential learning abroad includes global internships for academic credit, which promote your personal and professional growth while improving your career potential.

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International Students

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

ISSS offers advising services for international students and scholars, including:

  • Comprehensive advising
  • Assistance with adjusting to life at the university and in the U.S
  • Preparation of immigration benefit documents
  • Facilitating access to campus and community resources
  • A variety of programs, events, and workshops

International Admissions

CU Boulder welcomes applications from international students. The international admissions page includes:

  • Find a program of study
  • Download our international brochure
  • See our international travel schedule
  • See admissions requirements 

Orientation for New International Students

The New Student & Family Programs helps prepare new international student for success, including: 

  • International student orientation
  • Online experience program on advising and enrollment
  • Important dates for fall welcome
  • Placements tests
  • General support to help you transition to campus 

International English Center

The International English Center provides an intensive English program especially designed for students who are preparing to enter a college or university in the United States. In the classroom, students learn English via a multi-skills approach, with classes in listening/speaking, reading, writing and grammar each day.  Students may also take elective courses that focus on improving certain language skills and learning specialized content. In addition to classes, the International English Center offers cultural, community and sports activities that allow the student to explore U.S. culture in a friendly and safe environment.

Because the IEC is part of the university, there are many opportunities to interact with its student population. IEC students join CU clubs, attend student festivals and public seminars and may visit a university class as part of an assignment or even enroll in a university class through the ACCESS program. Additional opportunities to interact with CU Boulder students include a conversation partner program through Swap at CU Boulder, and conversation clubs in partnership with various CU Boulder language departments.