University of Colorado Boulder Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
32.1K

Full + Part time Students
1:19

Faculty to Student Ratio
5%

Transfer Student Ratio

At CU Boulder, we believe in opportunity. It signals possibility—a moment filled with infinite potential. Here, you’ll find opportunity waiting for you around every corner. You’ll find it in the classroom, meeting peers and mentors who can open new doors. You’ll find it in our extraordinary environment, inspiring you to explore and grow. You’ll find it in our approach to education, empowering you to customize your path and get involved through hands-on experience. This path is the foundation for your future.

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Overview

Founded	1876
Full-Time Undergraduate	29,858
Part-Time Undergraduate	2,247
Transfer Students	1,517
Programs	159 Programs
Courses	5,382 Courses
Transfer Agreements	111 incoming Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies	6,948 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$16,430
Out-of-State Tuition	$41,943
Books and Supplies	$1,200

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

https://www.colorado.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships-financial-aid
Tuition and Fees:

https://www.colorado.edu/admissions/cost/estimated-costs

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall	June 1
Spring	October 1
Summer	March 15
Fall early notification	March 15

Transfer Application Requirements

Official Transcripts:

We require transcripts from all colleges or universities you’ve attended during and after graduating from high school. If you have completed 24 or more college credits, your high school transcript will be temporarily waived for application.
SAT Scores:

ACT and SAT scores are not required for transfer students, but may be submitted for consideration.
Essay:

Transfer Academic Interest (required, 250-word limit) | Optional Academic History Explanation (150-250 words)
Application Fee:

$65 domestic | $70 international
Other Requirements:

College of Music applicants must also complete the College of Music application, provide an additional letter of reference and schedule an audition.
Apply Here:

https://www.colorado.edu/admissions/process/transfer

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Only courses taken at a college or university of recognized standing with grades of C- (1.70) or better are accepted for transfer.

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