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.
- #51 Ranking
- 79 Bachelors
- 2,138 Academic Staff
- 35,491 Students
- 3,549 Students (int'l)
- 15,971 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Humanities (29)
- B.A. Art History
- B.F.A. Art Practices
- B.A. Art Practices
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Chinese
- B.A. Cinema Studies
- B.A. Classics
- B.F.A. Dance
- B.A. Dance
- 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
- BMus Music
- BAMus Music
- BMusEd Music Education
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Russian Studies
- B.A. Spanish
- B.F.A. Theatre
- B.A. Theatre
Social Sciences (18)
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Chinese
- 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
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
Engineering & Technology (15)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- 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 (15)
- B.Sc. Applied Mathematics
- B.A. Astronomy
- B.A. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.A. Economics
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.A. Neuroscience
- B.A. Physics
- B.A. Psychology
Computer Science & IT (9)
- BSACS Applied Computer Science
- 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 (3)
- B.A. Elementary Education
- BMusEd Music Education
Medicine & Health (3)
- B.A. Psychology
Business & Management (2)
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
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 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
51 -5
2021
46 -2
2020
44
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
2023
70 -8
2022
62 -3
2021
59
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
2023
148 10
2022
158 -27
2021
131
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
2023
317 -66
2022
251 -21
2021
230
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
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.
Accreditation
The University of Colorado Boulder is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), which is part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The NCA is a membership organization of colleges and schools in nineteen states ranging from Michigan to Arizona, including Colorado.
Student Reviews
Environmental Design Student
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Through my major, ENVD, I was able to make a big school feel small
Hard-working mathematician, looking for support. I am working hard to also be able to see my family and reunite with them in Canada.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall it was good, in U.S. there is a travel ban and my family has not been able to visit me. I want to study in Canada and be able to see my family.
Great journey
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I was successfully accepted in the degree , the course are very knowledgeable and easily managed on Coursera Platform but I'm still waiting some courses related to Electrical Drives not yet opened
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