University of Colorado - Denver
About
The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is one of the United States’ top public urban research universities. Their impact—on individuals, on Colorado and on the world—is profound, whether they are conducting game-changing research or helping students learn with purpose. More than 14,000 students attend the University of Colorado, its comprehensive campus in downtown Denver.
Students can choose from more than 140 programs in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including some that rank among the nation’s best. Through partnerships with business and industry, public schools and local governments, health care clinics and other community outreach programs, the University is an integral part of the Denver metro area and Colorado.
Why the University of Colorado
- Location: The University of Colorado can be found at the heart of Denver, a bustling and vibrant city that is filled with amazing culture and nightlife. It is a go-to spot for many international students.
- Quality Academic Programs: Students can choose from more than 100 academic degrees and programs. The university is ranked in the top 5% of all universities in the US (US News & World Report).
- Industry Connections: Denver is booming metropolitan city, filled with many entrepreneurial start-ups, Fortune 500 companies, as well as nonprofits and health care facilities.
- Hands-On Experience: The University works hard to connect its students to real-world experiences that are relevant to their long-term career goals. CU Denver Students are awarded over 600 highly coveted internships around the country every year.
Features
Optional Practical Training
207 out of 207 programs are eligible for Optional Practical Training.
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment that is directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study. Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (pre-completion) and/or after completing their academic studies (post-completion).
If you have earned a degree in certain science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension of your post-completion OPT employment authorization.
For more information see here: https://www.uscis.gov/opt
Co-op/Internship Participation
Conditional Offer Letter
Accommodations
Students need to plan their accommodations well in advance of their arrival as all accommodation options fill up quickly, well before the start of the semester.
On-Campus Residence Accommodations
On-Campus residence accommodations are provided per discretion by the school.
Off-Campus Accommodations
The local area has a variety of off-campus rental housing options including single homes, duplexes, apartments and rooms for rent. Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.
Homestay
There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partners do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.
Location
1201 Larimer Street, Denver, Colorado, USA, 80204
Insttitution Details
founded
1912
School ID
3466
Institution type
Public
DLI
School Rank
4918
Cost and Duration
$75 - $120
Application fee
4 years
Average undergraduate program
2 years
Average graduate program
$14940 USD / Year
Cost of Living
$22590 USD / First Year
Avarage Gross tuition
Top Disciplines
Arts
Engineering and Technology
Sciences
Business, Management and Economics
Others
Program Levels
Study Destinations
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