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Transfer-Profile

University of Colorado Denver

Denver, CO
  • Public
    4 year
  • 9,367
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:16
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 10%
    Transfer Student Ratio
CU Denver students are engaged in more than 80 degree programs including bachelor's, master's, educational specialist and doctorates. Each are recognized nationally for producing leaders in business, industry and government. You will find a commitment to research that benefits the Denver community and impacts the lives of people around the world everyday. All of this takes place in one of the most exciting and breathtaking settings in the world. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, the CU Denver downtown campus serves as the intellectual and technological centerpiece of one of America's most flourishing cities.
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Overview

Full-Time Undergraduate 8,726
Part-Time Undergraduate 641
Transfer Students 1,428
Programs 118 Programs
Courses 4,856 Courses
Transfer Agreements 8 incoming Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies 1,709 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $10,017
Out-of-State Tuition $28,209
Books and Supplies $1,460

Information for Transfer In Students

  • Accepts Transfers:
    The University of Colorado Denver welcomes transfer students and will work with you personally to be sure your transfer is smooth and successful. Each year, approximately 50% of our new undergraduate students are transferring from other institutions.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall July 22
Spring December 1
Summer May 1

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    Minimum cumulative college grade point average required of transfer applicants for general admission consideration is 2.40.
  • Official Transcripts:
    An official transcript from each previously attended college or university is required. An official high school transcript is required for studentss with fewer than 30 completed semester credits.
  • SAT Scores:
    SAT/ACT scores are required for students with fewer than 13 completed semester credits.
  • Letters of Recommendation:
    Letters of recommendation may be submitted, but are not required.
  • Essay:
    Essays may be submitted, but are not required.
  • Application Fee:
    $50.00 non-refundable application fee.
  • Interview:
    Not required for admission consideration.
  • Other Requirements:
    Students must be in good standing and able to return to previous institutions. CU Denver may deny admission to applicants whose credentials indicate an inability to assume obligations of performance and behavior deemed essential by the university.
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Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum Grade:
    The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is a C- or higher.
  • Credits (Min/Max):
    Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred from a two-year institution: 60 semester credit hours. Maximum number of credits or courses that may be transferred from a four-year institution: 90 semester credit hours.

University of Colorado Denver

Address:
1201 Larimer Street
Denver, CO 80204
United States
Main Phone:
(303) 315-5969
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Delivery Method:
Traditional classroom instruction plus a broad array of online courses. Day, evening, and weekend scheduling.
Last updated on 3/21/2025 by AcademyOne.