University of Colorado Boulder

Be inspired. Be unique. Be driven. Be Boulder.

Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, the city of Boulder is a leading force in research, technology and entrepreneurship—a place where innovation happens. At the heart of the city, CU Boulder produces some of the best and brightest in these industries and is a primary source of Colorado’s highly skilled workforce. CU Boulder’s talented faculty, students and alumni are leading the way for the next generation by inspiring scientific, humanitarian and social enterprises.

Academics

CU Boulder and its nationally and internationally ranked faculty have built a global reputation for outstanding teaching, research and creative work across more than 150 fields of study. CU Boulder faculty are leaders in their fields, but are also dedicated to working closely with undergraduate students. Among faculty members, there are:

• The 2004 and 2013 National Professor of the Year
• 5 Nobel laureates
• 9 recipients of MacArthur “genius grant” fellows
• 19 Rhodes Scholars
• 89 faculty who are part of the National Academies of Science, Arts and Sciences, Engineering or Education
• 100+ Fulbright fellows

While working with faculty, students develop a broad understanding of the world, strong leadership skills and an enhanced ability to think critically. At CU Boulder, students can customize their education to fit their unique goals and interests. Options range from:

• 91 undergraduate majors
• 50+ minors and 29 certificate programs
• 37 concurrent Bachelor's/Master's degree programs
• One of only 34 U.S. public research universities in the Association of American Universities (AAU)
• More than 2,000 undergraduate students are directly involved in faculty research
• CU Boulder offers 409 Education Abroad programs in 63 countries

Student Life

Within CU Boulder's inclusive community, there are many ways to get involved and make lifelong friends. CU Boulder has one of the most active college campuses in the nation, where recreation, sports, and student groups play a key role in the unique CU Boulder experience. And, students have the opportunity to serve the greater good through volunteerism and civic engagement, whether it's around the world or across the street.

• More than 450 student clubs and organizations: major specific, honor societies, cultural clubs, Greek societies and recreational activities
• 31 competitive club sports, including crew, hockey, snowboarding and swimming
• 12+ intramural sports to take on other CU Boulder students in sports like broomball, inner tube water polo and flag football
• Hundreds of volunteer opportunities. 6,000+ students serve each year through CU Boulder Volunteer Resource Center.

Considered one of the most beautiful campuses anywhere, CU Boulder sits at the base of the Flatiron Mountains in scenic Boulder with the majestic Rocky Mountains to the West and the city of Denver a short drive to the East. But, it is more than just location, Boulder has also been rated:

• #1 college town in America (Best College Reviews)
• #1 happiest city in America
• #2 best community for well-being (Gallup-Healthways)
• #1 smartest city in the nation (MarketWatch)
• #3 volunteer rate for mid-size city (Corporation for National and Community Service)
• #3 best U.S. city for young adults (MSN Money)
• #18 most entrepreneurial university in the nation (Forbes)
• One of five secret foodie cities (Forbes)

Fulfilling Life.

CU Boulder's innovative academic programs, hands-on opportunities, and rigorous coursework will prepare you for a complex global society. CU Boulder graduates go on to work for top companies and to do amazing things.

• 103 new companies have been founded based on technologies developed at CU Boulder since 1994 CU Boulder is ranked 5th in the nation for graduates serving in the Peace Corps
• 18 NASA astronauts are CU Boulder affiliates (alumni, postdocs or faculty)
• More than 14,000 employers have posted 20,000 jobs for CU Boulder graduates from 2014 to 2016.
• 91% of CU Boulder graduates were employed of in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
• 74% of CU Boulder graduates are accepted into their first-choice graduate schools

Live in spectacular surroundings and immerse yourself in a campus environment of extraordinary opportunities. Come to CU Boulder and discover who you can be.