Admissions
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A university that is home to five Nobel Prize winners. Engineering faculty that includes two former NASA astronauts and the founder of Engineers Without Borders-USA. The CU Boulder College of Engineering and Applied Science is the highest ranked engineering school in Colorado and 16th among public engineering programs in the nation. Here, you'll be taught by some of the country's best faculty who are making a difference through innovation.
Join our community of inspired students and live and learn in a spectacular environment.
Interested in learning more about CU Boulder?
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.
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.
Applying as an international student?
You are an international student if you need a visa to be in the U.S. 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.
Visit Us
See for yourself if CU Engineering is the right place for you. We offer a variety of tours for students and parents, so you can connect with our supportive community as you explore our impressive facilities.
Engineering Connections Residential Community
First-year engineering students will have a new home in fall 2023, offering a holistic residential academic experience at Williams Village.
First Class Facilities
Engineering and Applied Science classrooms, labs and design complexes house architecturally distinctive working and learning spaces.