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Life is Better at a Mile High

The Denver area is attractive for its diverse economy, highly educated labor force and outdoor recreational opportunities. Companies are increasingly choosing Denver as the site for new operations or to relocate.*

Life is Better at a Mile High

Can you picture yourself in Colorado? We can. Think about this: Mountain air. Sunny days. Arts. Culture. Adventure at your fingertips. Who wouldn’t want to be here? You are in for an amazing experience.

Powderhounds Paradise

Need a break from the books to refocus? Six world-class ski resorts are located within 90 miles of campus.

The Wild Life

Unwind up close and personal with nature. Where else can you spot bald eagles, mountain goats, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and countless other species in their natural habitat?

Fair Weather Fans

Despite Colorado being known as ski country, Denver’s climate is fairly moderate. Surprise! It actually doesn’t snow that much here and when it does, it melts right away. We have four seasons, low humidity, 300 days of sunshine a year and the bluest sky you’ve likely ever seen.

Be a Fanatic

Denver is home to six professional sports teams: the Denver Broncos (football), Denver Nuggets (basketball), Colorado Rockies (baseball), Colorado Avalanche (ice hockey), Colorado Rapids (soccer) and Colorado Mammoth (lacrosse).

Learn more about what life in Colorado has to offer at regis.edu/coloradolife.

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Cycling Town

With its environmental friendliness and focus on health, Denver is a bike enthusiasts’ dream. You’ll find nearly 400 miles of signed bike routes and plenty of great trails beyond city limits. Don’t have a two-wheeler? Rent a bike for free from Regis’ bike program, Cycle Works.

A Sight to See

Are arts and culture more your speed? Drop in to the Denver Art Museum, explore the city’s creative side in the Art District on Santa Fe, or take in a Broadway show at the Denver Center for Performing Arts.

Red Rocks

Enjoy music like you never have before at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. Or, take in the 800-plus acres of hiking, spectacular vistas and wildlife enclosed within this geological phenomenon, which is the world’s only naturally occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheater.

The 14ers Club

Is hiking your thing? Colorado has 58 mountains towering more than 14,000 feet. Climb one and be rewarded with breathtaking views.

Hop to It

If you haven’t heard, Colorado’s beer scene is burgeoning. Colorado boasts more than 200 breweries and Denver has nabbed the nickname the “Napa Valley of Beer.” Kind of makes you feel all warm inside.

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