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Official website
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University Of Colorado
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is the flagship campus of the University of Colorado system and a leading public research university located in Boulder, Colorado. Founded in 1876, it offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across nine colleges and schools. Known for its strong research output, particularly in aerospace, environmental sciences, engineering, and physics, CU Boulder is a member of the Association of American Universities. The campus sits at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, providing a scenic setting with a vibrant student life and strong ties to federal research labs and industry partners.
Key Facts
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Times Higher Education #69 · 2026Times Higher Education #69 · 2025Times Higher Education #316 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Suburban, 786 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
3/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$6,513 avg starting salary
33.33% placement rate
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Student Life
37,437 students (2,500 international)
Campus: Suburban, 786 acres
Location: Denver, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
Norlin LibraryFolsom FieldRecreation CenterResearch LabsStudent HousingDining Halls
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 79.2%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 79.2%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school