Academics

Discover the benefits of CU Denver. We are the only public urban research university in Colorado. Our campus in downtown Denver enables our faculty and students to work on groundbreaking research, often focused on solving urban issues. Our academic programs bring together current research, creative work, and civic engagement in classes taught by dedicated professors.

Design your educational goals. Choose from academic degrees and programs at all levels. Our courses serve students who want to earn bachelor’s, master's, and doctoral degrees who want to learn something new for personal or professional development. Additionally, we offer certificate programs to help you advance your career.