As a private university located near the Rocky Mountains, we empower students who want to make a difference.
- #401 Ranking
- 91 Bachelors
- 758 Academic Staff
- 9,624 Students
- 674 Students (int'l)
- 5,678 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (32)
- B.Sc. Accounting
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Communication Arts
- B.A. Criminology
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. / M.Sc. Economics and Social Policy
- BA/BS Environmental Science
- B.A., B.Sc. / M.Sc. Environmental Science and Geographic Information Science
- B.Sc. Finance
- B.A. Geography
- B.A. Global Studies
- B.A. History
- B.A. / M.A. International Studies
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Psychology
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.A., B.Sc. / M.Sc. Psychology
- B.A. Public Policy
- B.A. / MPP Public Policy
- B.A. Socio-Legal Studies
- B.A. Sociology
Arts, Design & Architecture (21)
- B.A. Art
- B.A. / M.A. Art History
- B.A. Art History
- B.A. Composition
- B.A. / M.A. Emergent Digital Practices
- B.A. Game Development
- B.Sc. Game Development
- BM Jazz Studies
- B.A. Journalism Studies
- B.A. Media Studies
- B.A. Music
- BM Performance
- BFA Studio Art
- B.A. Theatre
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (21)
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.A. Biological Sciences
- B.Sc. Biological Sciences
- BSCh Chemistry
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- BA/BS Ecology and Biodiversity
- B.Sc. Environmental Chemistry
- B.A. Integrated Sciences
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.A. Molecular Biology
- B.Sc. Molecular Biology
- B.A. / B.Sc. Molecular Biology
- B.Sc. Physics
- B.A. Physics
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.A., B.Sc. / M.Sc. Psychology
Business & Management (17)
- B.Sc. Accounting
- B.Sc. Business Analytics
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. / M.Sc. Economics and Social Policy
- B.Sc. Finance
- B.Sc. Hospitality Management
- B.Sc. International Business
- B.Sc. Management
- B.Sc. Marketing
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.A. / MPP Public Policy
- B.A. Public Policy
Computer Science & IT (14)
- B.A. Applied Computing
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- BSCPE Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.A. / M.A. Emergent Digital Practices
- B.A., B.Sc. / M.Sc. Environmental Science and Geographic Information Science
- B.A. Game Development
- B.Sc. Game Development
- B.A. Geography
Humanities (13)
- B.A. Asian Studies
- B.A. Communication Arts
- B.A. Global Studies
- B.A. History
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Spanish
Engineering & Technology (7)
- BSCPE Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Physics
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
- B.A. Art History
- B.A. / M.A. Art History
- BA/BS + MSW Social Work
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (5)
- BA/BS Ecology and Biodiversity
- B.Sc. Environmental Chemistry
- BA/BS Environmental Science
- B.A., B.Sc. / M.Sc. Environmental Science and Geographic Information Science
- B.A. Geography
Journalism & Media (4)
- B.A. Journalism Studies
- B.A. Media Studies
Medicine & Health (4)
- B.A. Integrated Sciences
- BA/BS + MSW Social Work
Law (2)
- B.A. Criminology
- B.A. Socio-Legal Studies
Education & Training (1)
- BA + MA Teacher Education (TEP Dual)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- B.Sc. Hospitality Management
About
History
Both DU and Denver rose out of the Colorado frontier and have developed in tandem ever since. We were founded in 1864 as the Colorado Seminary, only six years after the founding of Denver City in what was then the Colorado Territory.
Education
Our students create technologies, solve social challenges and advance how we think about international relations, to name a few of the projects our undergraduate and graduate students have tackled.
Research
With opportunities to participate in research and internships as well as robust service learning and study abroad traditions, a DU education takes you beyond the lecture hall walls.
Career
Career & Professional Development is fully equipped to serve you online in the coming quarter! Appointments, drop-in hours, trainings and employer events will all continue virtually.
Whether you are searching for a job in Denver or beyond, our team is ready to help with your planning and to share tips for job searching in difficult economic conditions.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
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
401
2022
401
2021
401
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
751
2022
751 -100
2021
651
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
2023
849 -32
2022
817 -30
2021
787
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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
-
2021
901
2020
901
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.
Services
Student services
The Student Assistance Fund (SAF) provides limited financial assistance to currently enrolled University of Denver students who are unable to meet immediate, essential expenses because of temporary hardship related to an unexpected situation. (Request examples: Supplies for self-quarantine, funds for traveling home, concerns about food insecurities.)
Housing services
The university has created a FAQ page regarding housing for the 2020-2021 academic year and what that will look like.
Updates for Housing-specific policies and procedures can be found on our website. Additionally, students who are experiencing financial hardships or are in need of additional resources during this time can visit the Student Outreach & Support website.
Library services
In compliance with the local and university ordinances, DU Libraries, including both the Anderson Academic Commons and the Bonfils-Stanton Music Library, will be closed until further notice, but most library services are available online. Contact the Research Center if you have questions.
ICT services
The IT Help Center provides laptop support for the following:
- On-campus wired and wireless networks
- Public printers
- Password resets
- Anti-virus software (Crowdstrike)
- External VPN client (Off-Campus Network Access)
- Windows 8.1, 10
- Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 8 support has been discontinued. For assistance in upgrading, please contact the IT Help Center.
Student Life
Campus life
Walk around campus in the fall and you'll find students relaxing on the greens, enjoying the changing colors of our many trees. Winter brings the First Snow Celebration, where our community gathers for hot chocolate and snowball fights as students and faculty enjoy the pristine beauty of a snow-covered campus. Once the snow melts, with nature in full bloom, you'll find our lawns and green spaces populated by students soaking up the Colorado sun
Sports facilities
We offer more than 30 different club sports, from baseball to ultimate frisbee to kayaking. Our student-run teams compete locally, regionally and nationally in intercollegiate competition.
Accreditation
The University of Denver is accredited as a doctoral degree-granting institution by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is authorized to offer post-secondary education in the state of Colorado by the Colorado Department of Higher Education.
Student Reviews
Coming from a foreign country at the age of 12 years old, I learned how to adapt and thrive in the new environment. I will bring these strengths to my future job positions and studying abroad will expand these skills. I am motivated and determined to make
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
This university allows me to become more sophisticated since I am taking classes not just for my major. This school offers a lot of opportunities for involvement and aid in finding jobs. I am able to freely move and transfer through different schools when deciding what major appeals most to me.
I beat the system
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
My experience so far in the high institution have being fair, I mean not so good and not so bad.
Realized potential
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
My experience at the University of Denver was really positive. Over the last four years I have grown to consider this community of students as family. I loved the small classes and the strong relationships that I have built with both my professors and fellow peers. It is a really strong network and I am proud to be a part of it.
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