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The CU Denver Office of Undergraduate Admissions is your one stop shop for all your transfer admission needs and resources. We are fully committed to delivering an unparalleled student experience and are excited to help you start your journey here at CU Denver!

Located across from the Lynx Center on the first floor of the Student Commons Building, we have a dedicated staff of transfer professionals waiting to assist you at every step of the admissions process. Drop in our office M-F between 8am-5pm or call us directly at 303-315-2601 to speak with a live staff member. You can email us anytime or contact IT Support if you are experiencing technical difficulties with one of our systems.

We are equally invested in your wellness and offer a wide range of support services to make sure your transition here is smooth and successful. Make an appointment with one of our admission counselors or sign-up for Transfer Thursday. Campus tours depart daily and our interactive map gives you a birds-eye view of the Auraria Campus.

Transfer Admissions Counselors

Where are you from and what brought you to CO (if not a CO native)?

I moved to Colorado from Alabama in 2021 post-grad with my best friend. We graduated at the beginning of the pandemic, and it seemed like a fun adventure!

Major/Field of study in counselor’s undergrad?

B.S.B.A Marketing

Favorite thing about CU Denver?

I love the diversity of students that I get to meet and interact with daily. There is a space and place for everyone on our campus regardless of your background or identity.

Top tips for incoming students

Join at least two clubs! Join one for academic interest and one just for fun. This will allow you to make connections/ friends inside of your designated school as well as around campus. My closet friends from college were all made because I showed up to a club meeting!

Favorite downtown hobby/attraction/restaurant/venue/etc.?

Rec sports with VOLO, dancing at the Grizzly Rose, concerts at Red Rocks or Mission Ballroom, Rockies games, and ice cream from Little Man!

About Beth

You can find me spending most of my time outdoors (camping or hiking), going to concerts, hanging out with my dog, or binge-watching Yellowstone.

Where are you from and what brought you to CO (if not a CO native)?

I am originally from upstate New York and attended Binghamton University. I moved to Colorado because Denver is a vibrant, booming city with a sophisticated urban scene and access to spectacular natural beauty. My admissions experience brought me to work with CU Denver, where I worked with our School of Public Affairs for my first few years before working as Associate Director in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and K-12 Outreach.

Major/Field of study in counselor’s undergrad?

History and Spanish.

CU Denver is a uniquely inspiring institution. We enroll a diverse, eclectic group of students ranging from students fresh out of high school to learners in their 50s and 60s and beyond. CU Denver students are storied and full of courage and grit. Many of our students work and manage family obligations. The location of CU Denver is also inspiring. Denver is the #2 strongest city economy in the United States, and our institution provides accessible, affordable higher education that connects graduates with some of the most robust economic opportunities in the country.

Favorite thing about CU Denver?

The Tivoli Student Union. It is a historical, beautiful building full of charm, energy, and mystique. Students frequently find themselves in the Tivoli Student Union, studying, taking advantage of student services, and for our 21 and older students, even enjoying a fully functioning brewery located in the building!

Top tips for incoming students

Build a plan and develop strategies to succeed academically. Work hard to take care of your mind and your body. To reach the peak of your intellectual capabilities, you need to care for yourself holistically- eat the right foods, exercise, care for your mental and emotional wellbeing. If you are struggling, seek out the many services offered by CU Denver. No matter how challenging going to college may be, there is no feeling in the world like walking the stage at graduation and collecting your diploma!

Favorite downtown hobby/attraction/restaurant/venue/etc.?

Larimer Square is a beautiful part of downtown Denver. The street is closed off to traffic and many restaurants have outdoor seating. Larimer Square is where the university meets the community, and you will frequently see CU Denver flags draped proudly over the street alongside Denver and Colorado flags. All you need to do it sit in Larimer Square and you will feel the energy of our university and the Denver community.

About Andrew

Andrew was born and raised in upstate New York in the Binghamton, NY region. After graduating high school, Andrew attended Binghamton University where he became involved in numerous campus organizations and functions, including founding the university's chartered school spirit group, The BU Zoo. After graduating Binghamton, Andrew continued pursuing his passion for higher education and worked in undergraduate and graduate admissions and recruitment settings starting in 2016. In his spare time, Andrew enjoys swimming, reading history books, and doing small landscape projects.

(FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions

Transfer admission requirements

If you are transferring, you should have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 from a regionally accredited college (or colleges) to be considered for admission. CU Denver Engineering and Architecture programs have higher transfer admission requirements. If you do not meet the program transfer admission requirements you could still be considered for admission to the "pre-" program.

We need to receive official, sealed transcripts from any educational institution you have attended, except other CU System campuses. If you have completed less than 30 college credit hours, we’ll also need to receive your ACT/SAT score from the testing agency, as well as your official high school transcripts.

"Initiated" or "missing credentials" does not necessarily mean we haven't received that particular piece. We recommend you give your submittals at least three weeks to show up on your Application Status page. If your items still show up as "initiated" or "missing" and you submitted them more than sixty days ago, email the Office of Admissions or call at 303-315-2601 to see if we can locate them for you. If you have a different last name on any transcript or item, please notify us so we can consolidate your items under your current last name.

Not sure if your application is complete? Check Your Application Status.

To establish Colorado residency for tuition purposes, you (or your parents, if you are an unemancipated minor) must have maintained a domicile in Colorado for at least one year prior to the term you are claiming in-state classification. For most applicants, permanent residence and the intent to make Colorado one's permanent home must be in evidence before the one-year waiting period can begin.

CU Denver will consider general education courses with an earned C- from any regionally accredited institution. The Office of the Registrar will conduct a transfer credit evaluation a week after admission and with receipt of official, sealed transcripts. Once a transfer credit evaluation is conducted, your Academic Advisor will decide how these credits will apply toward your degree.

Transferring from a Colorado institution? Visit Transferology for at-a-glance course equivalencies, degree program requirements and transfer planning guides.

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Transfer Admissions Counselors

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(FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions

Transfer admission requirements

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Transfer Admissions Counselors

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(FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions

What are your transfer admission requirements?

What transcripts and test scores do I need to send?

How long will it take to process my application?

I signed up for a tour and did not get an email - what should I do?

What does "initiated" or "missing credentials" mean on my status checklist?

How do I become a Colorado resident for in-state tuition?

How many of my credits will transfer?

What courses are you offering next term?

How do I change which term I will begin classes?

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