Alert: Plaza Building Is Closed
The Plaza Building will be closed through at least Dec. 6 because of a water line break and expected repairs. The Health Center, located in the building, will only offer Telehealth until further notice. Please check the Auraria Campus website for updates.
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Due to data center move, our office will be closing early this Friday, October 6th, at 12 p.m., and we'll be back to our regular business hours on Monday, October 9th. If you need any assistance during this time, please feel free to send us an email at admissions@ucdenver.edu and we will get back to you on Monday. *** We will still host our 2 p.m. campus tour.
Admissions
We believe you’ve got potential. The right degree can turn that potential into so much more—gain knowledge and educational experiences while preparing for your future career.
CU Denver offers challenging classes and supportive professors in a vibrant city setting. Our downtown Denver location makes us different from other colleges. It connects us with local businesses and cultural organizations. It is also convenient for students who commute to school or work nearby. Additionally, our location enables us to collaborate with Colorado companies headquartered downtown. These alliances often benefit our graduates entering the workforce.
We have an inclusive campus community that attracts students of all ages and backgrounds. With 49% first-generation college students and 42% students of color making up our student body, we are the most diverse research university in Colorado.
Explore our departments and majors to find your degree. Come visit our unique campus and meet our dedicated students. Talk to our talented professors and helpful staff. We want you to choose the best college—for you.
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Find out how CU Denver and our students help make Denver the best destination in the state.
Key Dates & Figures
Deadlines for Undergraduate Applications
Spring '24: Jan. 2, 2024
Summer '24: May 29, 2024
Fall '24: July 31, 2024
Average Undergraduate Admission Scores
Average ACT: 23.2 Composite
Average SAT: 554 Math, 559 Verbal
Average GPA: 3.5
Additional Information
Get admissions requirements, application instructions, and deadline checklists by clicking on one of the categories below.
Transfer Admissions
For students who have taken college classes at another institution, including students who have earned an associate’s degree and returning students
Online Admissions
For students who want to pursue a degree online or enroll in remote classes exclusively
Graduate Admissions
For students who have already earned an undergraduate degree and want to enroll in a master’s or PhD program
Non-Degree Admissions
For high school students, professionals looking for CEUs, lifelong learners, ESL students, and anyone who is interested in taking college classes but does not need a college degree
The University does not condone high pressure recruitment tactics for the recruiting of any students, specifically those receiving federal funds or military/Service members. The University will not engage in harassing, multiple unsolicited contacts by phone, e-mail, or in person for purposes of recruitment. The University trains its admissions counselors to not engage in high pressure recruitment tactics.