University of Colorado Boulder

Be inspired. 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. From our location in the heart of the city, the University of Colorado Boulder produces some of the best and brightest minds in these industries, acting as a primary source for Colorado’s highly skilled workforce. Our talented faculty, students, and alumni are leading the way for the next generation by inspiring scientific, humanitarian, and social enterprises.

CU Boulder has nine colleges, schools, and programs: the College of Arts and Sciences; the College of Engineering and Applied Science; the College of Media, Communication, and Information; the College of Music; the Leeds School of Business; the School of Education; the School of Law; and the Environmental Design and Exploratory Studies programs. Among them, we offer more than 4,000 academic courses across 150 fields of study, enabling you to create an academic experience that’s totally unique to you.

Our emphasis on a customized education combined with our dynamic academic programs, hands-on learning opportunities, and rigorous coursework create the cornerstones of the CU Boulder student experience. Within our supportive learning community, you’ll interact with our exceptional faculty—including Nobel Laureates, MacArthur Genius Grant Fellows, US Professors of the Year, and National Medal of Science winners—who listen, question, and help you refine your ideas so you can develop a broad understanding of the world, strong leadership skills, and an enhanced ability to think critically.

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