As one of only 36 U.S. public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), the University of Colorado Boulder is all about realizing the positive impacts of new knowledge.
4.5 out of 5 (22 ratings / 17 reviews) Boulder, Colorado, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (19)
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Chinese
- B.A. Communication
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. Ethnic Studies
- B.A. French
- B.A. Geography
- B.A. German Studies
- B.A. Japanese
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Neuroscience
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Sociology
- B.Sc. Strategic Communication
Humanities (18)
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Chinese
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. English
- B.A. French
- B.A. German Studies
- B.A. History
- B.A. Humanities
- B.A. Italian
- B.A. Japanese
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Linguistics
- BAMus Music
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Spanish
Arts, Design & Architecture (16)
- B.A. Art History
- B.F.A. Art Practices
- B.A. Art Practices
- B.A. Cinema Studies
- B.A. Dance
- B.F.A. Dance
- BEnvd Environmental Design
- B.A. Media Production
- BAMus Music
- BMus Music
- BMusEd Music Education
- B.A. Theatre
- B.F.A. Theatre
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (15)
- B.Sc. Applied Mathematics
- B.A. Astronomy
- B.A. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.A. Neuroscience
- B.A. Physics
Engineering & Technology (13)
- 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
Computer Science & IT (8)
- B.A. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.A. Geography
- B.Sc. Information Science
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
- BEnvd Environmental Design
- B.A. Geography
- B.A. Geology
Journalism & Media (5)
- B.A. Communication
- B.A. Journalism
- B.A. Media Production
- B.A. Media Studies
- B.Sc. Strategic Communication
Education & Training (4)
Medicine & Health (4)
- B.A. Neuroscience
- B.A. Psychology
Business & Management (2)
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- B.A. Sociology
About
History
We opened our doors on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 1876. We were able to build Old Main, our first building, with donations from our generous community and land that was donated by three prominent Boulder residents.
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.
Career
CU Boulder Career Services empowers students and alumni to become more employable and find meaningful work by being active participants in the career development process.
- Major and Career Exploration
Our career development advisors can help you pick the right major and focus your goals for your future beyond CU Boulder.
- Industry Nights
Smaller versions of our career fairs that focus on specific industries and networking.
- CliftonStrengths and Professional Assessments
Assessments help you find the words to understand yourself, describe yourself, and narrow your professional interests.
- Mock Interviews
Practice and perfect your interview skills before the real deal.
- Resume and Cover Letter Help
- Career Fairs
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
2020
44 -6
2019
38
2018
38
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.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
131 -7
2020
124 -10
2019
114
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
2021
230 -24
2020
206 -16
2019
190
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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
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2020
50 -7
2019
43
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.
Services
Student services
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) seeks to support international students and scholars in pursuing their educational, research, and/or professional objectives at the university through comprehensive advising; engagement and programming; and advocacy efforts.
Housing services
The residence halls offer a first-year living experience, where students will live in cohorts based on their college. Additionally, for students with a status of second-year and beyond, Bear Creek offers an apartment-style living option that provides students with more independent living while maintaining access to campus resources.
Library services
The mission of the University of Colorado Boulder Libraries Special Collections, Archives, and Preservation Department (SCAP) is to collect, arrange, preserve, and make accessible the collections of the University's history as well as rare and unique collections that support the University's administration, teaching, research, and service.
ICT services
Support options for campus technology including desktop and software support.
Medical services
Medical Services (formerly Wardenburg Health Services) is the primary health care resource for CU Boulder students. Through comprehensive care and education we strive to give students the skills and knowledge they need to develop healthy life-long habits.
Student Life
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 clubs
We’re not bragging when we say there’s a lot to do at CU. Whether it’s environmental protection, artistic expression, social justice or athletic competition that sparks your interest, our more than 550 recognized student organizations have something for everyone.
Student Reviews
Excellent courses, even better professors!
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I transferred during the pandemic, so it's all been online, which makes it far more difficult. However, the school has many options to provide students with support. I took too many credits in my first semester and now that they're all online, it's much harder. The professors are all understanding and helpful, and they want to help their students succeed.
A student who loves to learn, but is not getting the full extent to which she was promised
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
My overall experience is fine. It was a lot better when in person classes were provided last year (2019-2020), but now, because of COVID, online classes are very difficult and, in my opinion, not worth my money or time.
Was lucky to be accepted by CU Aero!
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
One of the best aerospace programs in the country, where both the students and the faculty are interested in improving the overall quality of research
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