Application Tips / en Ready? Set. Apply! Your need-to-know guide for the 2025 application season. /admissions/ready-set-apply-your-need-know-guide-2025-application-season <span>Ready? Set. Apply! Your need-to-know guide for the 2025 application season.</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-07-31T14:00:00-06:00" title="Wednesday, July 31, 2024 - 14:00">Wed, 07/31/2024 - 14:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-2022_first_day_of_classes_pc0266_small.jpg?h=84071268&amp;itok=RM7L0EKp" width="1200" height="800" alt="Student sitting on campus steps and looking at her phone"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-2022_first_day_of_classes_pc0266_small.jpg?itok=YXrOC3Ej" width="750" height="563" alt="Student sitting on campus steps and looking at her phone"> </div> </div> <p>It鈥檚 August 1, which means it鈥檚 college application time! Everything you鈥檝e done and accomplished to this point was in preparation for the next step of your educational journey, starting with your college application. As the Common Application opens up for another year, we鈥檙e here to help you.&nbsp;</p><p>Despite all the hype, submitting the application doesn鈥檛 have to be a daunting task. This process allows you to put together a curated masterpiece of your life鈥檚 work; an opportunity to show us your story in your own words.鈥疉s admissions professionals, we鈥檙e looking to your application to give us an idea of what you鈥檝e accomplished or the roadblocks you鈥檝e encountered along the way. It鈥檚 important to imagine your application as a cohesive narrative of your academic and personal path. Check out this step-by-step guide that will help you navigate this process successfully鈥攁nd without all the stress.&nbsp;</p><h3>Step # 1: Investigate!&nbsp;</h3><p>Start by asking yourself, 鈥淲hat鈥檚 important to me?鈥� and take that a step further by exploring the college experience you envision for yourself. Write down a few goals or priorities for the next four years鈥攁nd allow those to be a roadmap through your college search. Be sure to take advantage of the support system around you by connecting with your&nbsp;admission counselor, current students, alumni and faculty! We are here to help, and we鈥檙e happy to discuss any questions or worries you have about the application process.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Pro-tip:</strong> Create a college specific email address for all college related communication!&nbsp;</p><h3>Step # 2: Start setting those calendar reminders!&nbsp;</h3><p>We know you鈥檙e super busy and in the midst of your senior year, and of course we want you to be able to enjoy this special time. But part of celebrating how far you鈥檝e come is preparing for your next step! You鈥檒l feel more relaxed and prepared if you have a solidified timeline and set milestones for yourself. Mark your calendar with a due date that is a few weeks ahead of the application deadline. Don鈥檛 forget to review all required documents and have them submitted by the deadline. This will ensure that you have the time to carefully review your application before you submit it to the admissions office.&nbsp;</p><h3>Step # 3: Make sure to take breaks.&nbsp;</h3><p>Don鈥檛 forget to take a step back from your application to breathe. Let someone else (or a few people) read through your application before submitting it to get a fresh perspective. Remember, this is YOUR story to tell, but having input from others can help catch any little errors that you may have overlooked.&nbsp;</p><h3>Step # 4:鈥疐lexibility is key.&nbsp;</h3><p>Every year, there are updates and changes to college applications, and this year has been no exception. Changes are being made at the college level to adapt to student circumstances.&nbsp;</p><p>A few things to highlight within the 2025&nbsp;application:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Test scores are optional for first-year students applying to 探花视频.&nbsp;</li><li>Students are required to submit the Common Application Essay (word limit: 250-650) and a short-answer academic interest question (word limit: 250).</li><li>We accept unofficial transcripts, which you鈥檒l be able to upload directly to your application status page.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>We recommend reviewing the application checklist on the鈥�<a href="/admissions/process/first-year/apply" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="a5511db7-ca77-4a74-976e-fb3ecf798989" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Apply">First-Year Application page</a>鈥痶o ensure that you鈥檝e submitted all required materials for a completed application.鈥疻hen you鈥檙e happy with the final version and have made any necessary edits, it鈥檚 time to click 鈥淪ubmit!鈥� Take a deep breath and take some time to admire what you鈥檝e accomplished.&nbsp;</p><p>No one can tell your story quite like you can. Regardless of where you end up, never forget how far you鈥檝e come and how hard you鈥檝e worked to get where you are. Be confident! Have faith in yourself, your application, what you鈥檝e done and what鈥檚 coming next in your life. And remember, this is just the beginning!&nbsp;We will be hosting several <a href="/admissions/visit/first-year" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="63f28803-f1d3-4775-890b-23722fcf3da1" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year Student Visit Experiences">in-person and virtual visit opportunities鈥�</a> this fall to help you with your application and walk you through the admission process.&nbsp;</p><p><em>Written by 探花视频 Office of Admissions</em></p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>It鈥檚 August 1, which means it鈥檚 college application time! Everything you鈥檝e done and accomplished to this point was in preparation for the next step of your educational journey, starting with your college application.</div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1125 at Top 7 Things to Know Before the Application Deadline /admissions/top-7-things-to-remember <span>Top 7 Things to Know Before the Application Deadline</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2024-01-05T11:00:00-07:00" title="Friday, January 5, 2024 - 11:00">Fri, 01/05/2024 - 11:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-2022_first_day_of_classes_pc0266_small.jpg?h=84071268&amp;itok=RM7L0EKp" width="1200" height="800" alt="Student sitting on campus steps and looking at her phone"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-2022_first_day_of_classes_pc0266_small.jpg?itok=YXrOC3Ej" width="750" height="563" alt="Student sitting on campus steps and looking at her phone"> </div> </div> <p>You鈥檝e already done the hard work. You鈥檝e finished most of the classes. You鈥檝e joined the clubs. You鈥檝e played the sports. And now, you just have to tell us about it in your application. With this frame of mind, read on for a few tips to help you keep the ball rolling as we head into the busy holiday season!</p><ol><li><strong>Fight the urge to procrastinate! </strong>Here鈥檚 what happens: you wait until the week before the deadline to submit your application. You log in to the Common Application, and you realize, 鈥淚 totally forgot about the short answer question! And I haven鈥檛 even requested my letter&nbsp;of recommendation yet!鈥� And now you鈥檙e scrambling, and that鈥檚 just not good for anyone. So get started now! In order to consider you for admission, we need your application, your application fee or fee waiver request, your official high school transcripts, one&nbsp;short answer question&nbsp;and at least one letter of recommendation-- all submitted to us prior to the application deadline. Keep in mind that&nbsp;探花视频 is now test optional so you have the freedom to send or not to send your SAT/ACT test scores.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Don鈥檛 forget to connect with your Admission Counselor.</strong> We are still here to answer any questions you may have at any point in time! We want to be able to help in every way possible and often times, students forget to use us as a resource. There are a lot of assumptions, myths and opinions about the application process,&nbsp;but we can provide you with the most accurate information.&nbsp;However, make sure that if you have questions about the application, you reach out to our office with plenty of time prior to the respective deadline. <a href="/admissions/connect/find-your-admissions-counselor" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="b23cfd2f-a63a-4304-9271-6c65b2e5e721" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Find Your Admissions Counselor">Find your counselor</a>.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Always apply to your top choice of major.</strong> You may have heard that certain colleges and majors at 探花视频 are more competitive than others. That鈥檚 true, but it shouldn鈥檛 discourage you from applying to the major that you really, really want. Keep in mind that our review process is holistic, which means that we are looking at you as a whole person with something unique to contribute. None of our programs have minimum GPA or test score requirements to get in, so it is always worth swinging the bat. If it turns out that you aren鈥檛 competitive for your top pick of major right now, we will review you for general acceptance to 探花视频. A 鈥渘o鈥� to your top choice of major isn鈥檛 necessarily a 鈥渘o鈥� to CU鈥攊t just means that you may have to prove yourself a bit more academically your freshman year before you get into your first pick of major. And who knows? You may discover a new major that you never considered before!<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Check your email</strong>. When you submit your Common App to 探花视频, you will get an email confirming submission. Always check your email! Can鈥檛 find it? Check your junk mail. It should be there somewhere. And if it鈥檚 not, give us a call at 303-492-6301&nbsp;and we will send it again. That email will have important information about how to access your application status page where you鈥檒l be able to track the progress of your 探花视频 application.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Start thinking about your next steps. </strong>Once you submit your application and its supporting documents, take a deep breath and congratulate yourself. You鈥檝e completed the first big step towards becoming a Buff! But don鈥檛 stop there, review our <a href="/admissions/process/first-year/admitted" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="329b0eb3-100e-4584-b39f-b08d83530c7c" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Admitted">first-year next steps</a>. Now is the time for you to begin applying for scholarships, even if you haven鈥檛 received your admission decision yet! The Scholarship Application can be accessed through your application status page with most applications due between February&nbsp;15 - March 15. And don鈥檛 forget to explore any other scholarships opportunities, too! You鈥檒l also want to start thinking about where you might want to live on campus. Once you鈥檙e admitted and confirmed at 探花视频, you can fill out your housing application as early as March. <a href="/living/housing/undergraduate-housing" rel="nofollow">Explore some of your housing options</a>.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Come spend some time with us! </strong>Spring is a great time to visit campus, and we have tons of options all semester. We offer half-day information sessions and tours, full day student experience visits, and even some Saturday programs! Not sure which visit is right for you? <a href="/admissions/visit/first-year" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="63f28803-f1d3-4775-890b-23722fcf3da1" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year Student Visit Experiences">Check out your visit options</a>.<br>&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Lastly, be optimistic!</strong> Regardless of how smooth your high school years were, as long as you are motivated and conscientious, you can have bright future at 探花视频. Our <a href="/admissions/process/first-year/plan" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="b5ecd592-1e63-442b-905d-9e34c55c89bc" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Plan">holistic application review</a> process ensures that no single grade or test score will prevent you from being admitted, so go ahead and apply!</li></ol><p>The bottom line is that your college application is a chance for you to tell us the story of your high school career on your own terms-- so make the most of it! We鈥檙e looking forward to reviewing your application! 'Sko Buffs!</p><p><em>Written by 探花视频 Office of Admissions</em></p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>You鈥檝e already done the hard work. You鈥檝e finished most of the classes. You鈥檝e joined the clubs. You鈥檝e played the sports. And now, you just have to tell us about it in your application. </div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Fri, 05 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1120 at 3 Tips to Creating the College Essay /admissions/3-tips-creating-college-essay <span>3 Tips to Creating the College Essay</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2023-11-07T11:00:00-07:00" title="Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - 11:00">Tue, 11/07/2023 - 11:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-person_using_computer.jpg?h=4997dc06&amp;itok=BupZk3ti" width="1200" height="800" alt="Student writing their college essay on a laptop"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-person_using_computer.jpg?itok=nQoAw3dZ" width="750" height="499" alt="Student writing their college essay on a laptop"> </div> </div> <p>The college essay is your opportunity to communicate directly with the people reviewing your application. The admissions committees at the schools you apply to want to learn something about you, hopefully something that shows reflection and growth. When they are reading your essay, they are also trying to get a sense of how you see the world and how you operate in it. The essay is your space on the application in which you can highlight your writing style,&nbsp;your communication and critical thinking skills and your "voice."</p><h3>3 tips to creating the college essay:</h3><ol><li><strong>Give yourself enough time to work.</strong> You should brainstorm your essay idea and figure out how you want your essay to contribute to admissions&nbsp;committees'&nbsp;understanding of your application. You also want to work on a draft or two and get feedback on your drafts from a trusted source. It is very hard to do this work in a short amount of time.</li><li><strong>Write what you think you should write, not what you think the admission committee wants to hear. </strong>Writing and reading essays are subjective experiences. You want to make sure that you create an essay that you are proud of and that you feel expresses your point. Remember - the more passionate you are about your subject, the more engaging it is for the reader.</li><li><strong>Make sure the essay gives the reader a greater understanding of you 鈥� not about someone or something else. </strong>Oftentimes, when we try to describe what we value or what we care about, we do so by talking about someone or something that is a great example of those values and priorities. Be careful not to center the example in your essay and instead, explain why the example resonates with you.</li></ol><p>This is a chance for you to share your voice. Review 探花视频's essay prompts and the short answer question in the <a href="/admissions/process/first-year/apply" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="a5511db7-ca77-4a74-976e-fb3ecf798989" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Apply">Application Checklist</a>.</p><p><a class="ucb-link-button ucb-link-button-blue ucb-link-button-default ucb-link-button-regular" href="https://live-ucbdev-homepage.pantheonsite.io/admissions/process/first-year/apply" rel="nofollow"><span class="ucb-link-button-contents">Apply Now!</span></a></p><p><em>Written by 探花视频 Office of Admissions</em></p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>The college essay is your opportunity to communicate directly with the people reviewing your application.</div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Tue, 07 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1118 at Letter of Recommendation Tips /admissions/letter-recommendation-tips <span>Letter of Recommendation Tips</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2023-11-07T10:00:00-07:00" title="Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - 10:00">Tue, 11/07/2023 - 10:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-iphy_foley_class60ga.jpg?h=84071268&amp;itok=rWoPjMCE" width="1200" height="800" alt="探花视频 professor helping a student"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-iphy_foley_class60ga.jpg?itok=BXm9uR2u" width="750" height="563" alt="探花视频 professor helping a student"> </div> </div> <p>College application season is in full swing! It is good advice to start early on your college applications so that you can be sure to have all the required documents together and submitted well ahead of the deadline. One document that you鈥檒l definitely want to begin preparing early is the Letter of Recommendation. Here you will find some tips and guidance on this important piece of the application.</p><h4>Why do I have to submit a letter of recommendation?</h4><p>At 探花视频, we know there is so much more to you than just your GPA. You are a whole person! You have ambitions, drive, accomplishments and challenges. That is why we鈥檙e proud to employ a holistic review process when reading your application. This means the admissions committee carefully reads and considers every part of your application in order to make an admissions decision. The letter of recommendation is just one of the many ways we learn about you as an individual, and how you will contribute to our campus community as a Buff. It鈥檚 helpful to us to hear from someone in your academic environment about who you are and how you contribute to the classroom. Through this letter, we are able to glean more about your strengths, goals and character.&nbsp;</p><h4>So鈥ho should write it?</h4><p>For first-year applicants, we require one letter to be submitted with your application, and it should be academic in nature. Typically, this means it should come from a teacher or counselor at your high school. Consider the teachers or counselors with whom you have built strong relationships, and/or those that have seen you grow personally and academically over time. This may not be a teacher whose class you received an A for! Sometimes the most growth or the closest connection happens in a class in which you didn鈥檛 get the best grade.</p><h4>Can I submit more than one?</h4><p>You can submit additional letters of recommendation along with your application, if you would like. You may have another teacher, mentor, coach, supervisor or supporter out there who knows you in a different way, who can highlight other aspects of who you are. However, you do not need to send 10 or 20! More is not necessarily better, and at a certain point your letters won鈥檛 be giving us new or helpful information. We strongly suggest no more than three, although only one is required.</p><h4>What should it say?</h4><p>This is up to the recommender writing your letter. However, what we hope to learn about you are additional qualities, characteristics and/or achievements that may not be clearly distinguished in other parts of your application. Maybe Calculus is not your strong suit, but you went to tutoring every day after school or attended extra workshops to raise your grade from a C to a B. Maybe you were the only student in your grade to take AP Spanish. Or maybe you confided in a counselor about how to keep up with your schoolwork while dealing with a significant family situation. If there are things you don鈥檛 feel comfortable disclosing on your own, your recommender may be able to give us that context as well. Hearing directly from someone who can speak very specifically to your character, determination and ability to overcome challenges helps the admissions committee understand the full picture of who you are in order to make an informed admissions decision.</p><h4>When should I ask my recommender to write a letter for me?</h4><p>Now! As you might imagine, college application season is a very busy time for your teachers and counselors as well. They have many letters of recommendation to write and many different deadlines to meet, just like you 鈥� so do them a favor by asking well in advance (3-5 weeks) of the application deadline. However, if your school or your recommender has a different timeline or specific process they鈥檇 like you to follow, it鈥檚 in your best interest to do so. This will help ensure that a quality letter is written on your behalf, and that it reaches our office by the deadline. You do not want to be scrambling to get everything submitted in time or worrying about whether your recommender sent their letter to us! And of course, don鈥檛 forget to send your recommender a nice thank you note!</p><p><a class="ucb-link-button ucb-link-button-blue ucb-link-button-regular ucb-link-button-default" href="https://live-ucbdev-homepage.pantheonsite.io/admissions/process/first-year/apply" rel="nofollow"><span class="ucb-link-button-contents">Apply Now!</span></a></p><p><em>Written by 探花视频 Office of Admissions</em></p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>College application season is in full swing! It is good advice to start early on your college applications so that you can be sure to have all the required documents together and submitted well ahead of the deadline. </div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Tue, 07 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1119 at 5 Steps to Follow for a Successful Transfer /admissions/transferring-to-cu-boulder <span> 5 Steps to Follow for a Successful Transfer</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2023-10-30T14:45:00-06:00" title="Monday, October 30, 2023 - 14:45">Mon, 10/30/2023 - 14:45</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-cassandra_duchan_0079pc.jpg.jpg?h=80b58d79&amp;itok=553dTIoF" width="1200" height="800" alt="Student working on an assignment in the library"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> <a href="/admissions/transfer-admissions" hreflang="en">Transfer Admissions</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-cassandra_duchan_0079pc.jpg.jpg?itok=sior4dx8" width="750" height="538" alt="Student working on an assignment in the library"> </div> </div> <p>Beginning the process of transferring schools is an exciting time-- you鈥檙e embarking on the path towards the future you see for yourself, and that is incredibly empowering. We know that this transition can also seem a little mysterious and intimidating. We are here to assist. Your transfer admission counselors want to help you through this process from start to finish. The transfer application and college search process is a great chance for you to reflect on all that you鈥檝e already accomplished while you prepare to continue your unique academic journey. The step-by-step overview below is intended to help you ensure a successful transfer.</p><ol><li><strong>Be prepared. </strong>It鈥檚 important to carefully review our <a href="/admissions/process/transfer/timeline/credit" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="1a438af2-2fa9-44a7-bbeb-dfc16e5ac2a2" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Transfer - Credit">transfer admission requirements</a>, which can vary depending on the program you apply to. They鈥檙e key to gauging how competitive you are for admission. And keep in mind that you can submit transcripts from your high school and current institution before you submit your transfer application, so we encourage you to start early!</li><li><strong>Understand your transfer credit.</strong> Begin by creating a <a href="https://www.transferology.com/school/colorado" rel="nofollow">Transferology account</a>. Transferology will allow you to view which of your credits are likely to transfer to 探花视频, create a transfer plan and see any remaining core coursework for your desired degree program. You can even use Transferology to help plan which courses you want to take at your current school, prior to transferring. We also offer individual transfer application appointments for prospective transfer students. <a href="https://ugrad.apply.colorado.edu/portal/tr_pros_appts" rel="nofollow">Schedule a virtual appointment</a>.</li><li><strong>Ask for help if you need it!</strong> Contact your <a href="/admissions/connect/find-your-admissions-counselor" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="b23cfd2f-a63a-4304-9271-6c65b2e5e721" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Find Your Admissions Counselor">transfer admission counselor</a> for more information and specific questions. We鈥檙e here to guide you through your transfer, so don鈥檛 hesitate to take advantage of our expertise. Each transfer student brings a unique background and educational experience to the table, so we look forward to getting to know you and developing your individualized transfer plan.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Start planning. </strong>Check out our <a href="/admissions/process/transfer/timeline" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="781dcb44-4b6f-4ebf-a0af-dbba443abfd8" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Transfer Timeline">admission deadlines</a> and build out an application calendar for yourself in order to help you keep track of the application timeline. Remember that we will need to see your&nbsp;grades in any prerequisite courses before making a final admission decision!</li><li><strong>Go for it! </strong>Once you鈥檙e ready, it鈥檚 time to fill out that application and submit all the <a href="/admissions/process/transfer/apply" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="d7f92224-74b2-4f3a-bd7e-595569e7b01e" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Transfer - Apply">necessary materials</a>! To apply for admission, visit our website and access the <a href="https://ugrad.apply.colorado.edu/apply/?sr=35ea2af8-0ddb-48c6-92e4-2e2f733287d2" rel="nofollow">探花视频 Transfer Application</a>. Take care to ensure submission of transcripts from all colleges or universities you have completed courses at as well as a transcript from the high school from which you graduated (or last attended high school for GED earners). Your application will not be complete without each of these transcripts.&nbsp;</li></ol><p>We hope you take these steps and complete the transfer process. It is never too soon to begin preparing to apply. Remember, your transfer admission counselor is eager to help with any questions you might have. Our aim as a transfer admission team is to make your transfer process as transparent as possible. We want to give you as much information as soon in the process as we can so that you can make the best decision for your future. Good luck, and we hope to see you on campus soon!</p><p>Kim Diawara<br>Associate Director<br>Office of Admissions</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>Beginning the process of transferring schools is an exciting time-- you鈥檙e embarking on the path towards the future you see for yourself, and that is incredibly empowering.</div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:45:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1117 at 5 Early Action Myths, Debunked /admissions/5-early-action-myths-debunked <span>5 Early Action Myths, Debunked</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2023-10-30T08:00:00-06:00" title="Monday, October 30, 2023 - 08:00">Mon, 10/30/2023 - 08:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-admissions_advising93ga.jpg?h=84071268&amp;itok=uIhGCwsX" width="1200" height="800" alt="Student completing the Common Application on a computer"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-admissions_advising93ga.jpg?itok=KcxQV4P_" width="750" height="563" alt="Student completing the Common Application on a computer"> </div> </div> <p>Early action. Early decision. Regular decision. Rolling admissions. If you are a senior in high school, you have undoubtedly heard these terms. But do you really understand the difference between them? There are a lot of myths surrounding these different decision deadlines that can leave students with misinformation about their application process. Today, we are debunking five common myths about applying under an early action deadline.</p><h4>Myth #1: Early Decision (ED) and Early Action (EA) are the same thing.</h4><p>While both ED and EA have deadlines that are often well before the Regular Decision (RD) deadline, the two terms have very different meanings and outcomes.</p><p>ED is binding, meaning that you have already agreed to attend the college if you are accepted. This is a great option for students who begin the application process already knowing which school is their first choice.</p><p>EA, on the other hand, is non-binding. This means a student can apply and hopefully be admitted to a number of schools early in their senior year, but are not forced to make a decision as to where they will attend until the national confirmation deadline of May 1. Students who choose ED have already made their decision to attend a school, while students who apply EA are simply submitting their application early in order to receive an earlier admission decision.</p><h4>Myth #2: Applying EA makes your application more competitive.</h4><p>For many universities, including 探花视频, applicants meeting the EA deadline are given the same consideration as those meeting the RD deadline. Again, applying EA means that you are taking action early in order to learn your admission decision early; it does not necessarily mean that you are more likely to be admitted than an RD applicant. Now, some schools do report that there is a higher acceptance rate for the EA applications, but you will want to question individual institutions as to why this is. Does that school review applications submitted by the EA deadline differently than those that are received later? Or maybe it鈥檚 simply that students who apply early are statistically stronger applicants and therefore more likely to be admitted regardless of when they applied.</p><h4>Myth #3: Applying early automatically makes your application look better.</h4><p>This is a myth. If you began high school with some shaky academics, but then really started to pick up the pace in your junior year, the admission committee might request that you submit your mid-year grades during your senior year before making a final admission decision. This gives admission counselors a chance to see more of your improvements and academic capabilities, and with a <a href="/admissions/process/first-year/plan" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="b5ecd592-1e63-442b-905d-9e34c55c89bc" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Plan">holistic review process</a> at 探花视频, those academic improvements can speak volumes.</p><h4>Myth #4: Merit scholarships are only available for students who apply early action.</h4><p>This will absolutely vary by school, but the above statement is certainly a myth for students applying to 探花视频. We actually hear this myth quite often when speaking with students and their families. We hope this post will clear it up a little for all prospective applicants. Students who submit all required&nbsp;<a href="/admissions/process/first-year/apply" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="a5511db7-ca77-4a74-976e-fb3ecf798989" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Apply">application materials</a> by either our EA or RD deadlines will <a href="/scholarships/cu-boulder-scholarships/automatic-consideration-scholarships" rel="nofollow">automatically be considered for&nbsp;scholarships</a> based on the strength of their admissions application.</p><h4>Myth #5: All schools review applications the same way (this is more of a clarification than a myth).</h4><p>All schools have their own unique admissions process nuances and styles. Keep this in mind when speaking to admission representatives at any college fairs that you might attend, and be sure to ask them the following questions:</p><ol><li>Does your institution review applications differently depending on when it was submitted?</li><li>What advantages are there to applying early? Would applying later put me at a disadvantage?</li></ol><p>College admissions offices will be very honest with you. It helps them just as much as it helps you.</p><div>There you have it! Five common myths about early action, debunked. If you feel that you are ready to apply to 探花视频 and would like a decision no later than February 1, plan to apply and submit all application materials by our EA deadline of November 15. Keep in mind the last day to <a href="/admissions/process/first-year/apply" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="a5511db7-ca77-4a74-976e-fb3ecf798989" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="First-Year - Apply">submit an application or accompanying documents</a> is January 15, the regular decision deadline.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>As always, check with your <a href="/admissions/connect/find-your-admissions-counselor" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="b23cfd2f-a63a-4304-9271-6c65b2e5e721" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Find Your Admissions Counselor">探花视频 admission counselor</a> if you have questions about the application process.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Happy applying!</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><a class="ucb-link-button ucb-link-button-blue ucb-link-button-default ucb-link-button-regular" href="https://live-ucbdev-homepage.pantheonsite.io/admissions/process/first-year/apply" rel="nofollow"><span class="ucb-link-button-contents">Apply Now!</span></a></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><em>Written by 探花视频 Office of Admissions</em></div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>Early action. Early decision. Regular decision. Rolling admissions. If you are a senior in high school, you have undoubtedly heard these terms.</div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1116 at Will my credits transfer to CU? /admissions/will-my-credits-transfer-cu <span>Will my credits transfer to CU?</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-02-08T08:00:00-07:00" title="Monday, February 8, 2021 - 08:00">Mon, 02/08/2021 - 08:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-transferology_graphic-2.jpg?h=f8c048b6&amp;itok=nT3AzwtE" width="1200" height="800" alt="Transferability: Is the institution recognized? Is the course academic? Was the grad a C- or better?"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> <a href="/admissions/transfer-admissions" hreflang="en">Transfer Admissions</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div><div class="ucb-box ucb-box-title-left ucb-box-alignment-right ucb-box-style-fill ucb-box-theme-lightgray"><div class="ucb-box-inner"><div class="ucb-box-title">What's the difference between a course's transferability and its applicability?</div><div class="ucb-box-content"><h3>Transferability</h3><ol><li>Is the institution recognized by 探花视频?</li><li>Is the course academic in nature?</li><li>Was the grad awarded a C- or better?</li></ol><h3>Applicability</h3><ol><li>Was the student's experience at the prior institution appropriately commnesurate with the experience of students in similar courses offtered at CU Boudler with respect to content, academic level, scope and relevance?</li><li>The course content is reviewed to determine if it matches the course content taught at 探花视频.</li><li>If the course is not a direct equivalent to a 探花视频 course, does the course content fulfill another degree requirement?</li></ol></div></div></div><p>鈥淲ill my credits transfer to 探花视频?鈥� This is a question that we, as 探花视频 transfer credit evaluators, hear several times a day. And yes, it is indeed one of the most important aspects of a prospective student鈥檚 transfer process, but there is more complexity to this question than you might think.</p><p>What is the difference between a course鈥檚 鈥渢ransferability鈥� and its 鈥渁pplicability?鈥� <strong>Transferability</strong> simply means, 鈥淒oes the course meet the established criteria to transfer to 探花视频.鈥� When we are trying to determine <strong>transferability</strong> of a course, we look at several factors.</p><ol><li>Is the institution recognized by 探花视频? In other words, what type of accreditation does the institution have and how does it compare to that of 探花视频?</li><li>Is the course academic in nature (not technical, remedial or a physical education activity course)?</li><li>Finally, we look at the grade that was awarded. Is it a C- or better?</li></ol><p>If the course meets this basic criteria, it will generally be accepted for transfer credit.</p><p>Next, each course that is deemed <strong>transferable</strong> to CU must then be reviewed for <strong>applicability</strong> towards degree requirements. This process is a little more complex and is done by the college/school that owns the discipline. Course descriptions are accessed and reviewed online, and from this information, the following decisions are made:</p><ol><li>Does the course description include enough information to evaluate its academic content and rigor? If not, you will be asked to submit a course syllabus to us.</li><li>The course information is reviewed to determine if the course matches what is taught at CU with respect to content, academic level, scope and relevance. If it is determined that it <em>does</em> match, the course is updated to reflect the 探花视频 equivalent.</li><li>If it is determined that the course is not equivalent to a 探花视频 course, then it is reviewed to determine if its content is enough to fulfill a degree requirement, a general education requirement, a major requirement or an elective. If the course can be used to fulfill a degree requirement, it is encoded to reflect that specific requirement.</li></ol><p>Ultimately, our goal for the process is to recognize your previously completed work, apply the credits as effectively as possible and set you up for success at 探花视频!</p><p>Need more information? We offer individual transfer admission appointments to prospective transfer students who have not yet applied, which will allow you to discuss a plan for your transfer to CU. <a href="/discover/transfer-students" rel="nofollow">Schedule a transfer admissions appointment</a>.</p><p>Alternatively, if you are interested in transferring credit to 探花视频 we encourage you to create a <a href="https://www.transferology.com/school/colorado" rel="nofollow">Transferology</a> account to view your transferable credit, create a transfer plan, and/or see any remaining coursework for your desired degree program.</p><p><a href="/admissions/process/transfer" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="5e213963-eb75-4740-a451-36c11bd7355b" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Transfer Applicants">Find out more information about the transfer credit process</a>. Or, if you have specific questions related to transfer credit, please feel free to email us at <a href="mailto:TCHelp@colorado.edu" rel="nofollow">TCHelp@colorado.edu</a>.</p><div><div>Kim Diawara</div><div>Associate Director<br>Office of Admissions</div><div><a href="mailto:TCHelp@colorado.edu" rel="nofollow">TCHelp@colorado.edu</a></div></div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>鈥淲ill my credits transfer to 探花视频?鈥� This is a question that we, as 探花视频 transfer credit evaluators, hear several times a day. </div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Mon, 08 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1114 at Campus Life as a Buff /admissions/campus-life-buff <span>Campus Life as a Buff</span> <span><span>Wendy Turnbull</span></span> <span><time datetime="2019-02-26T12:00:00-07:00" title="Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 12:00">Tue, 02/26/2019 - 12:00</time> </span> <div> <div class="imageMediaStyle focal_image_wide"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/focal_image_wide/public/2024-10/ADM-black_gold.jpg?h=643f92e9&amp;itok=IgC2mtTw" width="1200" height="800" alt="探花视频 students outdoors at campus event"> </div> </div> <div role="contentinfo" class="container ucb-article-tags" itemprop="keywords"> <span class="visually-hidden">Tags:</span> <div class="ucb-article-tag-icon" aria-hidden="true"> <i class="fa-solid fa-tags"></i> </div> <a href="/admissions/application-tips" hreflang="en">Application Tips</a> <a href="/admissions/counselor-tips" hreflang="en">Counselor Tips</a> </div> <div class="ucb-article-content ucb-striped-content"> <div class="container"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--article-content paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="ucb-article-text" itemprop="articleBody"> <div> <div class="align-right image_style-medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <div class="imageMediaStyle medium_750px_50_display_size_"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/medium_750px_50_display_size_/public/2024-10/ADM-black_gold.jpg?itok=RuTzmabm" width="750" height="511" alt="探花视频 students outdoors at campus event"> </div> </div> <p>Deciding which college to attend involves many factors, but it鈥檚 worth the time and effort to find the best fit for you. With innovative academic courses and student-centered programming, 探花视频 is an excellent choice. If you are in the process of making a decision and considering CU, here are a few things that make us exceptional and unique.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>A world-class education&nbsp;</strong><br>You can be assured that as a Buff, you鈥檒l be getting a&nbsp;<a href="/academics" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="35cb33a1-f136-4012-871f-4ca0e9279e5f" data-entity-substitution="canonical" rel="nofollow" title="Academic Programs &amp; Resources">world-class education</a>. We offer over 3,900 courses in 150 different fields of study, and we encourage our students to explore their interests by taking courses across academic disciplines and forging their unique educational journey.</p><p><strong>Clubs, sports, community and more</strong><br>College is not just about academics, and CU offers plenty of ways to get involved, meet new friends and find a close-knit community on campus.&nbsp;</p><p>Whether you are interested in politics, outdoor activities, artistic expression, social justice, athletic competition or more, there鈥檚 a <a href="/involvement/organizations" rel="nofollow">student organization</a> for that. Can鈥檛 find a group that matches your interests?&nbsp;Start one of your own!&nbsp;The<a href="/involvement/" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;Center for Student Involvement (CSI)</a>&nbsp;is here to support student groups with the resources to plan events, raise funds and grow.&nbsp;</p><p>There are also many other ways to get involved outside of student organizations:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Join intramural or club sports with <a href="/recreation/" rel="nofollow">Recreation Services</a>.</li><li>Give back to your community through the <a href="/volunteer/" rel="nofollow">Volunteer Resource Center</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead sustainability efforts through the <a href="/ecenter/" rel="nofollow">Environmental Center</a>.</li><li>Find community at the <a href="/cisc/" rel="nofollow">Center for Inclusion &amp; Social Change</a>.</li><li>Join your <a href="/rha/" rel="nofollow">hall council</a>.</li><li>Attend <a href="https://calendar.colorado.edu/" rel="nofollow">free campus events</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>With so many options, there鈥檚 sure to be a place to feel at home!</p><p><strong>We care about your well-being</strong><br>One of our top priorities&nbsp;is&nbsp;to&nbsp;help&nbsp;students&nbsp;succeed&nbsp;in their academic journey&nbsp;at 探花视频, and we know that your well-being is crucial to your success. From having&nbsp;nutritious and convenient&nbsp;food&nbsp;on campus, to encouraging healthy&nbsp;relationships with peers, to finding mental health support-- we are continuously&nbsp;enhancing&nbsp;our services so you can do your best academically.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="/health/" rel="nofollow">Health and Wellness Services</a> offers a range of services on campus to support 探花视频 students' holistic health and wellness. Between recreation services, medical care, counseling, nutrition, advocacy services and more, Health and Wellness Services is here to keep you healthy so you can succeed at CU and beyond.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Eating well is our passion</strong><br>Healthy eating is easy at CU with award-winning&nbsp;<a href="https://living.colorado.edu/dining" rel="nofollow">dining options</a>&nbsp;and nutritional support services.&nbsp; CU provides a wide variety of selections and options that can accommodate almost anyone, including those with food allergies and vegetarian, kosher and halal diets. When you鈥檙e not sure what is healthy, <a href="/health/2018/01/02/setting-yourself-success-nutrition" rel="nofollow">our dietitians</a> can map out a personalized plan for you.</p><p>As part of our mission to lead the way in sustainability, we have a 3,000 square foot&nbsp;<a href="/living/dining/sustainability/village-center-greenhouse" rel="nofollow">greenhouse</a> at the Village Center. Using aeroponic towers to grow fresh produce, CU will have one of the only university greenhouses in the country attached to a dining center - giving you a true farm-to-table experience!</p><p><strong>We want you to find your calling&nbsp;</strong><br>College is a time to push your boundaries, explore different interests and build a variety of skills to serve you well into the future. We take that to heart and provide many opportunities so you can not only pursue a degree, but also find your calling in life. One place you can do this is at the&nbsp;<a href="/innovate/startups" rel="nofollow">CU Startup Hub</a>. This makerspace comes with virtual reality equipment, 3D printers, sewing machines and more to create a prototype or test out a new idea and make your dreams a reality.</p><p><a href="/career/" rel="nofollow">Career Services</a> is also your one-stop shop for everything related to your future. Whether you are in your first year or final year at CU, there are steps you can take with the <a href="/career/career-exploration" rel="nofollow">College to Career Pathway</a> to get you closer to your future career. You can discover your strengths, explore different career options, find support with preparing resumes, practice for interviews and meet with industry professionals at career events. We firmly believe that if you start here, you can roam anywhere!</p><p><strong>Buff pride</strong><br>We can talk all day about the many different things that make 探花视频 a wonderful place, but the most important part is Buff pride. Becoming a Buff doesn鈥檛 just mean you are going to receive a world-class education鈥攊t means you are joining a community of smart, dedicated and inspiring individuals that will define your college years and support you throughout the rest of your life.</p><p>Becoming a Buff is a huge decision, but we hope this information has made it a little bit easier. If you decide to come to the University of Colorado, welcome to the family! We can鈥檛 wait to meet you.</p><p><em>鈥淲ritten by 探花视频 Student Affairs鈥�</em></p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div>It鈥檚 worth the time and effort to find the best fit for you. With innovative academic courses and student-centered programming, 探花视频 is an excellent choice.</div> <h2> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--ucb-related-articles-block paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div>Off</div> </div> </h2> <div>Traditional</div> <div>7</div> <div>On</div> <div>White</div> Tue, 26 Feb 2019 19:00:00 +0000 Wendy Turnbull 1108 at