Starting Your Program
Starting Your Program
Welcome to the MS-DS program, Data Buff!
Welcome to the MS-DS program, Data Buff! This page brings together the essential steps, timelines, and resources to help you transition smoothly into the program and start strong from day one.
Use it to get organized, get connected, and focus on what matters most: your academic and professional goals.
To Do
- Confirm Your Intent to Enroll
If you have not already let us know that you will be attending CU Boulder and paid the $200 enrollment deposit you may do so on your application status page. - Submit Your Official Transcripts
How to submit your official transcripts - Complete the Admitted Student Checklist
Email, IdentiKey, registration, and more - International Students: ISSS New Student Checklist
Pre-arrival information, international student orientation, to-dos - MS-DS Student Enrollment Request Form - Not Yet Available
Your Graduate Program Specialist will enroll you in your first term - Review Key Dates
Key semester dates and deadlines - Review the Registrar's Website
Registration, enrollment status, sending transcripts
Setup & logistics
- Health & Wellness Checklist for New Students
- New Student & Family Programs
- Parental Benefits
- Housing & Dining | Ralphie's List (Off-campus Housing)
- Request a Graduate Peer Mentor
- Mental Health Support
International students
- International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS)
(Visa, CPT/OPT foundations) - ISSS New Student Checklist