Admissions
Someone will shape the future—why not you?
In the College of Media, Communication and Information (CMCI), we're not just evolving with new media, we're creating it.
From physical to virtual realities, you'll learn to dig through data, help brands find their voice and create new ways for people to connect and communicate.
Ready to rethink what's possible? Join us today!
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First-Year Students
You are considered a first-year student if you have not enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school.
Transfer Students
You are considered a transfer student if you have enrolled at another college or university since graduating from high school.
Current CU Students (IUT)
You are considered an intra-university transfer (IUT) student if you have enrolled at a different CU Boulder college or school and want to switch to a CMCI major.
Graduate Students
You are considered a graduate student if you have earned a bachelor's degree and are pursuing an advanced degree in a specific field.
Learn more about CMCI
View our admissions brochure.
Get more information on our majors and residential academic program (PDFs).
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Communication and Society Residential Academic Program
Communication | Information Science | Journalism | Media Production | Media Studies | Strategic Communication
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Early Start and Living-Learning Opportunities
Our programs build on one another, so that before and after you join CMCI you can contribute to a community that works for everyone!
Beyond the classroom
Take a bold approach to your education!
At CMCI, you’ll have opportunities to gain early career experience, take your education on the road, and earn scholarships and honors to celebrate your hard work.
Gain professional experience for your career by completing internships in Colorado and beyond. We host monthly career and internship preparation workshops such as resume reviews and interview techniques. These workshops prepare you for CMCI career fairs, where you’ll meet employers looking for students with the skills and knowledge taught in our classes.
CU Boulder Education Abroad offers 400 programs in more than 70 countries, including an advertising and public relations summer study abroad program in Paris led by CMCI faculty. You can go abroad for a semester, a summer or a year. And while there, you can choose an internship or volunteer program in addition to taking classes.
Live, study and intern in the nation’s capital. CU in DC students intern at an organization that aligns with their career goals while earning course credit. Additional opportunities include field trips, guest lectures and networking events.
CMCI students can graduate with a Latin honors designation (cum laude, magna cum laude and summa cum laude) by completing an honors project during their senior year.
This program invites high-achieving first-year students to engage in skill-based workshops, attend networking events and meet the dean.
First-year students are automatically considered for CMCI merit scholarships based on their academic achievement in high school. Continuing students have opportunities to apply for scholarships based on academic achievement, professional focus and financial need.
Applying as an international student?
​If you need a visa to be in the U.S., you are an international student. U.S. passport and green card holders should apply as U.S. students. Either way, we recommend that you start your exploration of CU Boulder by choosing one of the student types above. This information is applicable to all students. Below, you will find any additional resources that you may need as an international applicant.
See for yourself if this is the right fit for you by joining CU Boulder and CMCI events. Visit opportunities range from general campus tours to full-day admissions events, and from CMCI-specific half-day events to personalized CMCI visits. Below are some of the options available for the 2023-24 academic year:
Reach out to your admission counselor, browse tips from our admissions counselors, find out when we will be visiting your area and connect with us @FutureBuffs on social.