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University of Colorado Boulder is in Boulder, United States. Tuition for international students: $48,222–$51,834 per year (2026-27 figure). Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80. Applying: intake: Fall, Spring; application fee $70. Scholarships: 3 from the university.

✓ 41 facts from 21 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.

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Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition $48,222 per year (varies by programme) + housing and meals $19,242 per year
Money from the collegeNeed-based aid: none for international students.
Merit scholarships: international students can receive them.
No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet.
Chances of admissionnot yet determined English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4, TOEFL 80, Duolingo 115, PTE 58.
Application deadlinesEarliest: 15 nov (Early Action — Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college.) Last round: Regular Decision, 15 ene.
Where and how students liveBoulder · 53 km from DEN airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Required; housing and meals $19,242 per year
Working while studyingF-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Other work needs authorization: curricular practical training (CPT) during the program, or off-campus employment for economic hardship after one full academic year, approved by the DSO and USCIS. · co-op / paid work terms are part of degrees
After graduationOptional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months of work in the field of study after a bachelor's degree; a 24-month extension applies to DHS-designated STEM degrees. · 91% of graduates employed or studying

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales

Ayuda y admisión para solicitantes internacionalesSin ayuda por necesidad económica para estudiantes internacionales de pregrado
Los estudiantes internacionales no son elegibles para ayuda institucional por necesidad económica; solo para becas por mérito o financiamiento externo.
(reference)
Fuentes (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Nonresident students are ineligible for need-based assistance or the Colorado ASSET Bill benefit, but are encouraged to apply for scholarships.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Cubre toda la necesidad económicaNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Becas por méritoSí — los estudiantes internacionales pueden recibir becas por mérito
Fuentes (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“All international, first-year applications will be reviewed for automatic consideration scholarships as long as required application documents are received by the January 15th deadline.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“International students are eligible and were considered for non-resident scholarships (Presidential and CU Boulder Chancellor’s Achievement).”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Política de SAT / ACTTest opcional (se puede presentar el SAT/ACT)
Fuentes (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“ACT and SAT scores are not required for first-year students, but you may provide self-reported scores if you would like us to consider them when reviewing your application.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Dominio del inglésExamen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
  • TOEFL iBT (nueva escala de 1–6): 4
  • TOEFL iBT (escala anterior de 0–120): 80
  • IELTS global: 6.5
  • Duolingo English Test: 115
  • PTE Academic: 58
Fuentes (8)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“All students need to demonstrate a strong command of English language skills to succeed in CU Boulder’s rigorous academic environment, and international applicants must provide evidence of English proficiency before enrolling into their academic program.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Option 2: Complete at least two years of full-time academic study at a secondary school in a qualifying country.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Exam Minimum Total Score/Grade”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT26 (post January 2026) 4.0”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT (pre January 2026) 80”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“IELTS 6.5”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Duolingo Test of English (DET) 115”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“PTE Academic 58”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayYes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offered
Fuentes (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“CU Boulder offers conditional admission to international students who meet the academic requirements for admission but need to improve their English language skills before starting a degree program.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Becas para estudiantes de primer año

Presidential Scholarship

MéritoElegibilidad no indicadaRenovableConsideración automática
$15,000 / año
  • Amount: $15,000 / año
  • Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years — keep GPA 2.75+
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The Presidential Scholarship is offered to incoming nonresident first-year students based on the strength of their admissions application.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Newly admitted students will be considered for a scholarship of $15,000 per year (renewable for four years, totaling $60,000).”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative CU Boulder GPA”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“International students are eligible and were considered for non-resident scholarships (Presidential and CU Boulder Chancellor’s Achievement).”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

CU Boulder Chancellor's Achievement Scholarship

MéritoElegibilidad no indicadaRenovableConsideración automática
$6,250 / año
  • Amount: $6,250 / año
  • Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years — keep GPA 2.75+
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The CU Boulder Chancellor’s Achievement Scholarship is offered to incoming nonresident first-year students based on the strength of their admissions application.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Newly admitted students will be considered for a scholarship of $6,250 per year (renewable for four years, which is $25,000 total).”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative CU Boulder GPA”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“International students are eligible and were considered for non-resident scholarships (Presidential and CU Boulder Chancellor’s Achievement).”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Arts & Humanities Achievement Scholarship

MéritoElegibilidad no indicadaRenovableConsideración automática
$4,000 / año
  • Amount: $4,000 / año
  • Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years — keep GPA 2.75+
  • Can be combined with other awards: Yes
  • How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The Arts & Humanities (A&H) Merit Scholarship is offered to incoming resident and nonresident first-year students who applied and were admitted with a declared A&H major.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Nonresidents can receive the A&H Achievement Scholarship*: $4,000 per year (renewable for four years, totaling $16,000)”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“To qualify for the A&H Achievement Scholarships, nonresidents must also be a recipient of the CU Boulder Chancellor's Achievement or Presidential Scholars award.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative CU Boulder GPA”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme
Business Administration — Bachelor of Science (BSBA)
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The official major for undergraduates at Leeds School of Business is a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Business students are required to earn a total of 120* approved semester hours of credit from the following categories:”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Computer Science — Bachelor of Science (BSCS)
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The BS degree in computer science emphasizes knowledge and awareness of computing at all levels.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Mechanical Engineering — Bachelor of Science (BSME)
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“To earn a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, students must complete a minimum of 128 credit hours.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Applying

Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
Fall, Spring
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Nov. 15: Fall and summer early action deadline”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Oct. 1: Spring application deadline”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Application fee
$70 one-time
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The application fee is: $65 for domestic applicants $70 for international applicants”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Application requirement
English proficiency test: Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“all international applicants are required to meet a minimum standard of English proficiency”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Proof of funds / financial documents: Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“you must submit evidence of full financial support sufficient for all first-year expenses at the University of Colorado Boulder with required documentation before we can finalize your admission and issue any immigration forms.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Personal statement / main essay: Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Personal Essay (required, 250–650 words): Choose one of the seven essays from the Common Application.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Teacher recommendation: Required ×1
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“CU Boulder requires one letter of recommendation.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
College-specific essays: Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Complete the personal essay and a short answer question listed below.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Optional
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“ACT and SAT scores are not required for first-year students, but you may provide self-reported scores if you would like us to consider them when reviewing your application.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
School transcript / academic records: Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“First-year international applicants must submit senior secondary school transcripts, mark sheets and exam results; however, unofficial academic records are accepted for the initial review and admission decision.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)

Early Action — Application15 nov
Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college.
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Nov. 15: Fall and summer early action deadline”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Regular Decision — Application15 ene
The normal round; not binding.
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Jan. 15: Fall and summer regular decision deadline”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Regular Decision — Scholarship application15 ene
The normal round; not binding.
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“All international, first-year applications will be reviewed for automatic consideration scholarships as long as required application documents are received by the January 15th deadline.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionBase rate (Arts & Humanities, Education, Music, Social Sciences): $48,222 per year (2026–27 figure) (reference)
Tier 3 (Engineering, Natural Sciences): $51,834 per year (2026–27 figure) (reference)
Housing and meals$19,242 per year (2026–27 figure)
Student health insurance$2,648 per term (reference)
Can be waived if you have comparable insurance
Proof of funds for the I-20Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Fuentes (10)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Undergraduate International Cost”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Tuition Type: Base Rate”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Base Tuition 1 and Undergraduate Fees 2 $24,111 $48,222”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Based on 2026–27 academic year tuition and fee rates.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Tuition Type: Tier 3”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Tier 3 Tuition 1 and Undergraduate Fees 2 $25,917 $51,834”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“On-Campus Housing and Meal Plans 3 $9,621 $19,242”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“This rate for on-campus housing and food is based on a residence hall standard double room (roommate(s) and community bath) and 19 meals per week.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Students and Grad Students: $2,648 per semester * pending approval of DOI”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“If you already have health insurance coverage through an individual, family, employer or government-sponsored (i.e., Medicaid) plan, you can submit a waiver to provide proof of coverage.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Where students live

First-year on-campus housing
Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The university requires that all students admitted as first-year freshmen (defined as any student who graduated from high school within one year of enrollment confirmation term) live in a university residence hall and carry a traditional food plan for two academic-year semesters*, subject to the availability of space.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Years of guaranteed campus housing
1
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“On-campus housing is not guaranteed for students beyond their first year of their undergraduate degree.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Housing available during breaks
Yes
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Code Talker, Bear Creek, students with an Academic Year + Breaks contract may remain through the break.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“If students apply and are granted winter break contract:”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)
F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Other work needs authorization: curricular practical training (CPT) during the program, or off-campus employment for economic hardship after one full academic year, approved by the DSO and USCIS. government rule
Fuente (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“F students are eligible for curricular practical training (CPT) at either the undergraduate or the graduate level during the program of study. CPT employment must be an integral part of an established curriculum and the position must directly relate to your major area of study.”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Off-campus employment is only available to you if you have completed at least one full academic year of your program of study and have an economic hardship that qualifies for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's emergent circumstances.”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“To work off campus, you must receive approval from your DSO, obtain an updated Form I-20 and apply for and receive employment authorization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa)
20 (reference) government rule
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees
Yes
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The Cooperative Education (Co-op) Program is a professional development education program that allows undergraduate students to participate in a year-round schedule that alternates professionally related work experiences with classroom coursework.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Post-study work visa (name and length)
Optional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months of work in the field of study after a bachelor's degree; a 24-month extension applies to DHS-designated STEM degrees. government rule
Fuente (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Twelve months of Regular OPT is available for each higher level of study. (For example a student may have 12 months for a bachelor's degree and another 12 months for a master's degree.)”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Optional practical training is one type of work permission available for eligible F-1 students. It allows students to get real-world work experience related to their field of study.”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“For students who majored in designated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) degrees approved by DHS. This type of OPT is a 24-month extension of OPT.”
studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Have earned a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from a school that is accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency and is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) at the time you submit your STEM OPT extension application.”
www.uscis.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme
Yes
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Bachelor's-Accelerated Master's programs (BAMs) offer currently enrolled CU Boulder undergraduate students the opportunity to receive a bachelor's and master's degree in a shorter period of time.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Graduates employed or in further study (college survey)
91%
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“In a recent survey, 91 percent of graduates from CU Boulder report that they are currently employed and/or in further education.”
www.colorado.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Ubicación

City / stateBoulder
Nearest major airportDenver International Airport (DEN), about 53 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Setting from the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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