University of Colorado Boulder

Be accomplished
The University of Colorado Boulder, home to more than 3,000 international students from 96 countries and one of the most spectacular college campuses in the nation, is a dynamic community of scholars and students. As one of only 34 US public research universities belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities, CU Boulder has an established reputation for world-class teaching, research, and service to the global society.

Be inspired
Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, the city of Boulder is a leading force in research, technology, and entrepreneurship—a place where innovation happens. At the heart of the city, CU Boulder produces some of the best and brightest in these industries and is a primary source of Colorado’s highly skilled workforce. CU Boulder’s talented faculty, students, and alumni are leading the way for the next generation by inspiring innovative, humanitarian, and social enterprises.

Be challenged
At the cornerstone of your experience are CU Boulder’s innovative academic programs, hands-on opportunities, and rigorous course work that will prepare you for a complex global society. Within the supportive learning community you’ll interact with world-renowned faculty—which include Nobel Laureates, MacArthur “Genius Grant” Fellows, US Professor of the Year awardees, and National Medal of Science winners—who will be listening, questioning, and helping you refine your ideas so you can develop a broad understanding of the world, strong leadership skills, and an enhanced ability to think critically.

CU Boulder has eight colleges, schools, and programs: College of Arts and Sciences; College of Engineering and Applied Science; College of Media, Communication, and Information; College of Music; Leeds School of Business; School of Education; School of Law; and the Program in Environmental Design. Amongst them CU Boulder offers more than 3,800 academic courses across 150 fields of study, enabling you to create an academic experience that is unique to you.

Be engaged
CU Boulder has one of the most active college campuses in the nation, where recreation, sports, and student groups play key roles in the unique CU Boulder experience. Within CU’s inclusive community, you’ll find many ways to get involved and make lifelong friends. And you will have the opportunity to serve the greater good through volunteerism and civic engagement, whether it’s around the world or across the street.

Be invested
CU Boulder graduates continue to Be Boulder as they enter the workforce or begin their graduate school education. With their hands-on experience, world-class education, and the ability to think critically, globally, and creatively, they benefit from a strong salary potential, high employment rates, and the opportunity to find and excel in a career they are passionate about.
• 287,665 CU Boulder alumni live worldwide in all 50 states, most US territories, and 142 countries.
• 91% of CU Boulder graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
• 77% of CU Boulder graduates are accepted into their first-choice graduate school.

Be here
Live in spectacular surroundings and learn in a campus environment of extraordinary opportunities. Come to CU Boulder and discover the possibilities.