First-Year Applicants

Interested in becoming a Buff?

Who Are First-Year Applicants?

First-year applicants are in high school or have graduated from high school but have not taken any college courses after graduating or earning a GED.

Whether you are planning to apply or have already been admitted, first-year applicants can learn about the admission process and how to connect with us.

First-Year Admission Process

Whether you are planning to apply or have already been admitted, find your next step in the admission process for first-year applicants.

Plan Your Application

Plan to apply by first exploring our academic programs, reviewing our selection process and more.

Plan

Apply for Admission

As you prepare your application, keep in mind these deadlines, requirements and next steps.

Apply

Admitted Students

Congratulations on your admission to CU Boulder! Here’s what comes next in the admission process.

Admitted

Confirm Enrollment

Ready to officially become a Buff? It’s easy to confirm your enrollment.

Confirm

 

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campus and community organizations take part in the Be Involved Fair

Connect With Us

CU Boulder counselors are here to help you through the application and answer any questions that may arise during the admission process.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. You may view the list of ADA and Title IX coordinators and review the Regent policy.

As a student or prospective student at CU Boulder, you have a right to certain information pertaining to financial aid programs, the Clery Act, crime and safety, graduation rates, athletics and other general information such as the costs associated with attending CU Boulder. To view this information visit colorado.edu/your-right-know.