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2026-27 cycleBoulder, CO
University of Colorado Boulder
The University of Colorado Boulder is a premier public research university located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. As the flagship institution in Colorado and the only AAU member university in the Rocky Mountain region, it is widely recognized for excellence in aerospace engineering, environmental science, physics, and business.
Acceptance rate
78%
Undergrad enrollment
32,244
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$65
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 15, 2027 |
| Financial AidFAFSA Priority Consideration Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| ScholarshipPriority Scholarship Deadline | March 15, 2027 |
| TransferFall 2027 Early Notification Transfer Deadline | March 15, 2027 |
| TransferFall 2027 Final Transfer Deadline | June 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
RequiredMajor choice250 words
What do you hope to study, and why, at CU Boulder? Or if you don't know quite yet, think about your studies so far, extracurricular/after-school activities, jobs, volunteering, future goals or anything else that has shaped your interests.
Data gathered August 2026.