Be proud.
What does it mean to Be Boulder?
At CU Boulder, we pride ourselves on enabling all members of our community to reach their potential through an extraordinary range of opportunities, including top-ranked academic programs, hands-on research and a vibrant, innovative community. These opportunities will prepare you for your future in a complex global society. You will develop a broad understanding of the world, strong leadership skills and an enhanced ability to think critically.
Be innovative.
CU Boulder has a global reputation for outstanding teaching, research and creative work across more than 160 academic fields of study.
Be engaged.
CU Boulder offers a multitude of ways to inspire, connect and belong on campus, from support and resources for students to year-round events and attractions, from clubs and organizations to the spirit and excitement of Colorado Buffaloes athletics.
Read our student blogs to learn what it’s like to call CU Boulder home. Learn more by visiting colorado.edu/studentaffairs
17 NCAA, Division 1, Big 12 athletic programs
There are so many ways to meet people at CU Boulder. How will you get involved?
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4,630+ students participated in intramural sports in 2023
14,400+ hours of work done through the Volunteer Resource Center each year
Be successful.
CU Boulder graduates enter the workforce with hands-on experience, a world-class education and the ability to think critically. All things that enable them to have strong salary potential, high employment rates and the opportunity to find a career they love.
88%
of graduates are employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation.
83%
of CU Boulder graduates are accepted into their first-choice graduate school
$143,200
median midcareer salary for students with a CU Boulder bachelor’s degree (PayScale, 2024)
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Khalid Alawadhi
Electrical & Computer Engineering, 2018 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Top companies employing alumni:
Amazon
Ball Aerospace
Charles Schwab
CU Boulder
Deloitte
Fidelity Investments KPMG
Lockheed Martin
Microsoft
Northrop Grumman
CU Boulder has alumni in all 50 states, most U.S. territories and 142 countries.
Be here.
At CU Boulder, we offer an innovative learning environment, welcoming campus community and successful global network. We look forward to seeing how you will Be Boulder with us in your education, career and life.
Next steps
1. Read your admission letter and instructions carefully.
2. Log in to your Application Status Page and complete the ‘Your Admission Next Steps’ form to finalize admission.
3. After your required visa materials have been reviewed and are acceptable, you can confirm your intent to enroll.
Ready to confirm?
We want you to be here, and we hope you feel the same! If you have decided to attend CU Boulder, confirm your intent to enroll. To confirm, visit ugrad.apply.colorado.edu/apply/status
Confirmation steps:
1. Click on the ‘Confirm Now!’ button before the confirmation deadline.
2. Log in to your application status page and click the ‘International Confirmation Reply’ form. a. If you do not have this option available, please check your ‘Next Steps’ form on your application status page.
3. Read the confirmation acceptance instructions carefully.
4. Pay the nonrefundable $200 confirmation deposit.
Confirm Now!
Requesting a term change. You may request to delay your enrollment for up to one year by using the term change form in your status page. For more information about how to request a term change, visit colorado.edu/admissions/process/term-change-faqs
Declining your admission. If you decide not to attend CU Boulder, log in to your application status page, click the ‘Accept or decline your offer of admission’ form and select the ‘I DECLINE my offer of admission’ option.
Once you confirm, don’t forget to . . .
#1
Verify your information and keep it up to date
If you find errors in the personal information on your application or if there are changes to your permanent address, mailing addresses or email, please contact intladm@colorado.edu to update your student record.
#2 Activate your IdentiKey
Your IdentiKey allows you to log in to the student portal, which serves as your secure entry point for online services and student information. It is also required to apply for housing and access the New Student Welcome tab before enrolling for classes. Save your Identikey in a safe place. oit.colorado.edu/tutorial/ identikey-manager-activate-my-identikey
#4
Complete the mandatory Online Experience and pre-arrival checks
After you activate your IdentiKey and before you arrive on campus, complete the mandatory Online Experience, our virtual orientation program and PreArrival Information. colorado.edu/orientation/internationalundergraduate-students
#5
Learn about International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
#3
Apply for campus housing
All first-year students are required to live in campus housing during their first academic year (August–May), and transfer students may choose to live on or off campus. You may apply after you have confirmed your intent to enroll and activated your IdentiKey. colorado.edu/living/housing/application-process
ISSS provides holistic services to support international students, scholars and their families throughout their program at CU Boulder. We offer comprehensive advising, assistance navigating cultural adjustment and programming to foster involvement in the campus community. Check out the New Students section of the ISSS website for information about applying for a student visa, entering the U.S., maintaining status, programs and more. colorado.edu/isss/node/924
#6
Stay on track
Your admission decision is dependent upon your final official documents reflecting academic achievement similar to our assessment at the time of admission. If your final transcripts show a decline in your academic performance, your admission could be rescinded.
