Get on the right track. Stay on track. Graduate on time.
Degree Planning
New to CU Denver? Still undecided or looking to change majors? With 41 bachelor’s, 59 master’s, and 14 doctoral degree programs available, you have plenty of options. It's also very important that you understand exactly which classes to take, and when to take them, to ensure that you are on the right track to graduate. In addition to regularly meeting with your advisor, you'll want to have your program-specific undergraduate degree map handy when you are planning and registering for classes.
If you take at least 15 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters, or a combination of 30 credit hours during a calendar year in the fall, spring and summer semesters, you’ll be able to graduate in four years. Studies by Complete College America show that students who follow this plan do better academically, take on less student loan debt, and are more likely to achieve their bachelor’s degree.
Thinking about transferring to CU Denver? See what classes are required for our many degree programs and see how the classes you've already taken will apply toward a degree here.
It can be very frustrating to discover you're further from your goal than you thought. Avoid an unpleasant surprise and track your degree carefully with the many tools available to you. Know the courses needed to complete your degree by regularly conducting an informal degree audit and by meeting with your advisor regularly to officially chart your course.
You'll also help yourself stay on the right track by knowing the academic calendar. A missed deadline can be costly!
Questions or issues about your transfer credit or degree audit? Email us at DAunit@ucdenver.edu.
Last But Not Least—Graduation!
You've worked hard to earn your degree. Let us be among the first to congratulate you! Be sure to apply for graduation on time to make sure you'll participate with your classmates at the Commencement Ceremony.