As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation and entrepreneurship.
4.7 out of 5 (13 ratings / 8 reviews) Boulder, Colorado, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Arts, Design & Architecture (17)
- B.A. Art & Art History
- B.F.A. Art Practices
- B.A. Art Practices
- B.A. Dance
- B.F.A. Dance
- B.F.A. Film Studies
- B.A. Film Studies
- B.A. Media Production
- BAMus Music
- BMus Music
- BMusEd Music Education
- B.A. Theatre
- B.F.A. Theatre
Social Sciences (16)
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Communication
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. Ethnic Studies
- B.A. Geography
- B.A. Humanities
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Sociology
- B.Sc. Strategic Communication
Humanities (14)
- B.A. Chinese
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. English
- B.A. French
- B.A. German Studies
- B.A. History
- B.A. Italian
- B.A. Japanese
- B.A. Linguistics
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Spanish
Engineering & Technology (12)
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.Sc. Engineering Plus
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (12)
- B.Sc. Applied Mathematics
- B.A. Astronomy
- B.A. Biochemistry
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.A. Neuroscience
- B.A. Physics
Journalism & Media (9)
- B.A. Journalism
- B.A. Media Production
- B.A. Media Studies
Business & Management (8)
Computer Science & IT (6)
- B.A. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Information Science
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (5)
- BEnvd Environmental Design
- B.A. Geology
Education & Training (4)
- B.A. Elementary Education
- BMusEd Music Education
- B.A. Teacher Licensure
Medicine & Health (1)
About
Education
Innovative academic programs, hands-on opportunities and rigorous course work will prepare you for a complex global society. While interacting with our faculty, which includes five Nobel laureates, eight MacArthur "Genius Grant" fellows, two U.S. Professors of the Year and four National Medal of Science winners, you'll develop a broad understanding of the world, strong leadership skills and an enhanced ability to think critically.
CU Boulder has a global reputation for outstanding teaching, research and creative work across more than 150 academic fields. Find a program based on your interests and talents.
Research
Research at CU Boulder encompasses thousands of scholarly, scientific and creative endeavors at any given time, resulting in new knowledge, technologies and creative work that advance the economy, culture and health of Colorado, the nation and the world.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
38
2018
38 5
2017
43
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
50 -7
2019
43 1
2018
44
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
124 -10
2019
114 -14
2018
100
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
206 -16
2019
190 -8
2018
182
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The Division of Student Affairs values the diverse backgrounds, histories, identities and life experiences of every member of our community. We strive toward inclusive excellence in making our policies, processes, and actions socially just and equitable. We celebrate and embrace differences. We are committed to welcoming and including diverse groups and perspectives in building a climate in which all members can thrive in an environment where they feel at home, welcome and safe.
Housing services
We want you to feel comfortable in what for most of you is your first home away from home. With our combination of breathtaking mountain views, stunning architecture and exciting residential academic programs and living and learning communities, we strive to deliver one of the best on-campus living experiences in the country.
ICT services
The Information Communication Technology (ICT) Review Process applies to purchases and adoptions of all information and communication technology regardless of the cost or funding source (e.g., State, Foundation, Athletic Corporation, Federal and State grant funds.) The requirement for accessible and secure ICT extends to "free" products or services (e.g., Google Apps), and also includes products or services developed on campus. This includes purchases for everything including equipment with a digital interface, software, or systems that can store, manage, control, manipulate or retrieve information for human interaction, and also videos, web content and communications products.
Medical services
The Health and Wellness Initiative is committed to improving the overall health and well-being of our students by increasing collaboration across the Division of Student Affairs and adapting services to better meet student needs.
Student Life
Campus life
Within CU Boulder's inclusive community, you'll find many ways to get involved and make lifelong friends. We have 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. 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.
Sports facilities
The University of Colorado Boulder has two indoor recreation facilities, 3 artificial turf fields, 4 natural grass fields, 4 outdoor basketball courts, 3 tennis courts, and a challenge ropes course. These are all located throughout campus and provide a variety of amenities and operating hours. Come and explore the different opportunities that await you!
Student Reviews
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Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
What I found to be most beneficial was to combine social life with your studies. Freshman year, I spread myself too thin wanting to experience everything, and my grades suffered from it. Once I started going to the library with friends and studying with other people, it made it more enjoyable and I could kill two birds with one stone.
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
This is a journey of a lifetime!
The pros and cons of a big university
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great opportunities for study and research and lots of knowledgable professors. There are many courses to choose from that satisfy the requirements of the degree. The school also has a great and very supportive study abroad program with lots of destinations. It is a very, very big school though, so you need to make a big effort to get to know your teachers and to get any...
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