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Nondegree Option

Nondegree Option

Gain In-Demand Skills without the Commitment

Level up your skills with standalone course opportunities and gain the knowledge and expertise that is applicable to you. You may choose from any of the classes offered by the Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate program provided that you are able to meet course prerequisites.

This option is beneficial if you:

  • are seeking professional development,
  • need to complete prerequisite courses for a graduate program,
  • want to explore or need more time before committing to the full degree program,
  • missed our application deadline.

If you choose to enroll in the degree program at a later date, the standalone courses may transfer and be applied to your degree. Learn more about transferring credits

Classes Offered

Nondegree classes are offered in partnership with CU Boulder’s Division of Continuing Education. Students may enroll in any of the classes below and should register for section 750 (750 sections are available for nondegree students only). On-campus students pursuing a Computer Science degree are not eligible to enroll in the Continuing Education sections of Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate classes.

CSPB 1300: Computer Science 1: Starting Computing CSPB 2270: Computer Science 2: Data Structures
CSPB 2400: Computer Systems CSPB 2824: Discrete Structures
CSPB 3104: Algorithms CSPB 3155: Principles of Programming Languages
CSPB 3308: Software Development Methods and Tools CSPB 2820: Linear Algebra with Computer Science Applications
CSPB 3022: Intro to Data Science with Probability and Statistics CSPB 3202: Intro to Artificial Intelligence
CSPB 3287: Design and Analysis of Database Systems CSPB 3403: Introductions to CyberSecurity for a Converged World
CSPB 3702: Cognitive Science CSPB 3753: Design and Analysis of Operating Systems
CSPB 4122: Information Visualization CSPB 4502: Data Mining

Nondegree Dates and Deadlines

For a complete list of academic dates and deadlines, visit the university's Academic Calendar. Dates are subject to change.

For more information about dates, please contact the Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate academic advisor.

 

Spring 2023

Date Event

Jan. 10, 2023

Application Deadline
Jan. 17, 2023 First Day of Classes
Jan. 25, 2023 Last Day to add a course*
Feb. 1, 2023 Last Day to drop without a W or financial obligation
Mar. 24, 2023 Last Day to drop, but receive a W (and may incur financial obligation)

Summer 2023

Date Event

May 15, 2023

Application Deadline
May 22, 2023 First Day of Classes
TBD Last Day to add a course*
TBD Last Day to drop without a W or financial obligation
TBD Last Day to drop, but receive a W (and may incur financial obligation)

Fall 2023

Date Event

Aug. 21, 2023

Application Deadline
Aug. 28, 2023 First Day of Classes
Sept. 6, 2023 Last Day to add a course*
Sept. 13, 2023 Last Day to drop without a W or financial obligation
Nov. 3, 2023 Last Day to drop, but receive a W (and may incur financial obligation)

Nondegree Tuition & Fees

All nondegree students, regardless of residency, will be charged a flat rate.

$847.00 per credit hour

  • No additional fees
  • Free application
  • Access to the full curriculum, provided prerequisites are met*
    *See Course List for list of courses, prerequisites found on each course page

How to Apply

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  1. Step 1

    Check Prerequisites and Transfer Credits

    CSPB prerequisites listed in the CU Course Catalog must be met prior to enrollment in a given course. Nondegree seeking Continuing Education students should always defer to the prerequisite requirements for CSPB courses.

    Check Prerequisites

    Students who have taken classes outside of CU may be eligible to transfer their credits to satisfy prerequisites. Eligibility can be verified by using Transferology to check course equivalencies.

    Transferology

  2. Step 2

    Complete the Application

    Complete the free, online application as a new nondegree student.

    Apply Online

     

  3. Step 3

    Schedule an Appointment with an Advisor

    After completing your application, nondegree students must set up an appointment to meet with the Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate program academic advisor. This advisor will support you in enrolling in classes and answer any questions you have about the program.
     

  • Previous
  • Next
  1. Step 1

    Check Prerequisites and Transfer Credits

    CSPB prerequisites listed in the CU Course Catalog must be met prior to enrollment in a given course. Nondegree seeking Continuing Education students should always defer to the prerequisite requirements for CSPB courses.

    Check Prerequisites

    Students who have taken classes outside of CU may be eligible to transfer their credits to satisfy prerequisites. Eligibility can be verified by using Transferology to check course equivalencies.

    Transferology

  2. Step 2

    Complete the Application

    Complete the free, online application as a new nondegree student.

    Apply Online

     

  3. Step 3

    Schedule an Appointment with an Advisor

    After completing your application, nondegree students must set up an appointment to meet with the Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate program academic advisor. This advisor will support you in enrolling in classes and answer any questions you have about the program.
     

Questions about nondegree opportunities?

Contact our dedicated Enrollment Advisor to learn more and see if this option is a good fit for you.

Schedule an appointment

BS in Applied Computer Science

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science is awarded by the College of Engineering & Applied Science with some administrative support provided by the Division of Continuing Education.

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