Incoming Student Information
All incoming CUE&A students are required to complete New Student Orientation including Registration Day. During Registration Day, you will learn about campus resources, receive an overview of degree requirements, and receive assistance on course registration for your first semester.
Transferring Credit
Claiming Credits: Submit official transcripts and scores to claim credits earned through AP/IB/CE/Transfer coursework as well as CLEP or military experience to the CU Denver Office of Admissions. Your advisor will go through your transfer credit during an advising appointment.
Placement Exams
Take the following placement exams (if needed) to register for the appropriate courses based on your scores.
Take the following placement exams (if needed) to register for the appropriate courses based on your scores.
Opportunities to Consider in Your First Year
First Year Experience (FYE) Courses: The focus of the CU Denver FYE program is specially designed courses that provide a welcoming and supportive learning environment for our new degree-seeking students who are starting college for the first time.
UNIV College Success Courses: One credit- tuition free college success seminars are designed to ease your transition to CU Denver. These courses are only offered in your first semester at CU Denver, so don’t miss this opportunity!
Learning Communities: Learning Communities (LC) include two courses–sometimes three! – that are linked together. LCs connect you with top tier faculty while you learn about interdisciplinary topics, meet other students in your area of study and have shared experiences like a field trip!
Academic & Support Resources
Academic Calendar: Review important dates and deadlines each semester
Lynx Central: Discover campus resources and upcoming events
Success Strategies: Set goals for achieving academic success