Direct Admissions at CU Denver
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Direct Admissions at CU Denver
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CU Denver Direct Admissions
Admissions
Guaranteed Admissions. Guaranteed Opportunities. Guaranteed Support.
If you're a junior or senior with a 3.0 GPA at a CU Denver partner high school, you're automatically admitted.
See If Your School Qualifies
Your Future Starts Here—CU Denver Direct
At CU Denver, we believe that education should work for all. But, we also know that opportunities play an important role in achieving that goal. In an effort to open doors for as many students as possible, CU Denver has partnered with several local school districts to offer guaranteed admissions to qualified high school students.
Guaranteed Admission:
Your 3.0 GPA earns you a place at CU Denver—no surprises, no extra steps.
Guaranteed Opportunities:
Access world-class programs, real-world learning, and pathways to every career dream.
Guaranteed Support:
From day one, CU Denver provides guidance, financial aid resources, and one-on-one help to ensure your success.
I'm a High School Student
I'm a Parent or Guardian
I'm a Counselor
Partner Schools
Our partner schools share our commitment to expanding access and opportunity—together, we’re creating a direct pathway from high school to college for students who are ready to thrive at CU Denver.
Don’t See Your School Listed?
If your high school isn’t currently part of the CU Denver Direct Admissions partnership, you still have plenty of options to become a Lynx.
Request information
to connect with our admissions team and learn more about applying, admission requirements, and the next steps for joining CU Denver.
How Direct Admission Works
School Partnership
Participating schools and districts share the names of students with a 3.0 GPA or higher directly with CU Denver at the beginning of the semester.
Automatic Outreach
CU Denver emails eligible students, inviting them to complete their application — with no fee required.
Simple Application
If you submit your application and transcripts by November 1, you'll get your official decision letter and next steps by mid-November.
Financial Aid Preview
Students who complete their application and transcript submission by March 1 will receive a sample financial aid package by April 15 to help plan ahead.
For High School Students
You’ve Earned It — Your Future at CU Denver Starts Now
You’ve worked hard. You’ve challenged yourself. And now, your dedication has paid off — you’re guaranteed admission to CU Denver through our Direct Admissions program.
If your GPA is 3.0 or higher and you attend one of our partner high schools, your name has been shared directly with CU Denver by your school district. That means you’re already on your way to becoming a CU Denver Lynx.
Here’s what happens next:
Watch Your Inbox
Participating schools and districts share the names of students with a 3.0 GPA or higher directly with CU Denver at the beginning of the semester.
Apply and Submit Your Transcripts
Complete your CU Denver application for free and upload your transcripts by November 1 to receive your official acceptance packet with your next steps in mid-to-late November.
See Your Financial Aid Estimate Early
If you submit your application and transcripts by March 1, you’ll get a sample financial aid package by April 15 so you can see how affordable CU Denver can be.
This is your moment to take the next step toward your goals — in the heart of the city, surrounded by opportunity, and supported every step of the way.
Resources
CU Denver Academics –
Degrees & programs
,
Center for Undergraduate Exploration & Advising
Explore CU Denver Life –
Housing
,
Student Life
,
Orientation
Support Resources –
Advising, Coaching, Financial Aid
For Parents & Families
A Simple Path to Your Student’s Future at CU Denver
At CU Denver, we believe every student deserves a clear, confident path to college — one built on their hard work and potential. Through our Direct Admissions partnerships with select high schools and districts, your student can be automatically admitted to CU Denver if they have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Here's how it works:
We Receive Student Lists Directly from Schools
Each semester, participating schools share a list of eligible students who meet the 3.0 GPA threshold. There’s no separate form or nomination process for you to worry about.
CU Denver Reaches Out to Eligible Students
Students on the list will receive an email from CU Denver letting them know they qualify for guaranteed admission and that their application fee is waived.
Your Student Applies and Submits Transcripts
As long as your student completes their CU Denver application and submits transcripts by November 1, they’ll receive their official acceptance packet—with personalized next steps—in mid to late November.
Planning Ahead with Financial Aid
Students who submit their application and transcripts by March 1 will receive a sample financial aid package by April 15, giving families an early look at potential costs and aid options.
Your student’s journey to CU Denver is designed to be simple, supportive, and stress-free. Our goal is to remove barriers so you can focus on what really matters — helping your student take the next step toward a bright, successful future.
CU Denver Direct: Guaranteed Admission. Guaranteed Opportunities. Guaranteed Support.
Resources
Affordability & Financial Aid –
Scholarships and FAFSA guidance
,
Billing & Payments
Health & Wellbeing –
Student Wellness
,
Student Transitions & family engagement
Academic Achievement –
Advising
,
Learning Resources
Campus Experience –
Housing
,
Student Life
For Counselors
Empowering Your Students with Guaranteed Admission to CU Denver
Through the CU Denver Direct Admissions partnership, your students can gain guaranteed admission to CU Denver based on their academic achievement—no extra forms or barriers required.
Each semester, participating high schools and districts share a list of students who meet the 3.0 GPA or higher threshold. From there, the CU Denver Office of Admissions takes the lead:
Outreach to Eligible Students
CU Denver sends an official email to each eligible student letting them know they qualify for guaranteed admission and that their application fee is waived.
Application Submission
Students simply need to submit their CU Denver application for free and official transcripts by November 1 to receive their acceptance packet — including next steps for enrollment—by mid-to-late November.
Financial Aid Information
Students who complete their application and transcript submission by March 1 will receive a sample financial-aid package by April 15, helping them and their families plan ahead.
As a counselor, your partnership ensures students stay on track with deadlines and take advantage of this opportunity. We encourage you to remind eligible students to check their email, submit materials early, and explore all that CU Denver has to offer — Guaranteed Admission, Guaranteed Opportunities, Guaranteed Support.
Contact
Students & Families
High Schools or District Partners
Students & Families
Do you have any questions about your guaranteed admission, application, or next steps?
Our admissions team is ready to help you navigate the process and connect you with the right resources.
Contact the Office of Admissions
📧 Email:
[email protected]
📞 Phone: 303-315-2601
High Schools or District Partners
Interested in bringing CU Denver Direct Admissions to your school or district? Or are you already a partner who has questions?
We’d love to collaborate to help your students access guaranteed admission, early financial planning, and seamless transition support.
Contact the CU Denver Direct Admissions Partnership Team
📧 Email: Deneshia Hearon,
[email protected]
📞 Phone: 303-315-2619
CU Denver
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1201 Larimer Street
Denver,
CO
80204
(303) 315-5969
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Announcement:
CU Denver Celebrates Research Week: April 20 – 24
Learn More
CU Denver Direct Admissions
Admissions
Guaranteed Admissions. Guaranteed Opportunities. Guaranteed Support.
If you're a junior or senior with a 3.0 GPA at a CU Denver partner high school, you're automatically admitted.
See If Your School Qualifies
Your Future Starts Here—CU Denver Direct
At CU Denver, we believe that education should work for all. But, we also know that opportunities play an important role in achieving that goal. In an effort to open doors for as many students as possible, CU Denver has partnered with several local school districts to offer guaranteed admissions to qualified high school students.
Guaranteed Admission:
Your 3.0 GPA earns you a place at CU Denver—no surprises, no extra steps.
Guaranteed Opportunities:
Access world-class programs, real-world learning, and pathways to every career dream.
Guaranteed Support:
From day one, CU Denver provides guidance, financial aid resources, and one-on-one help to ensure your success.
I'm a High School Student
I'm a Parent or Guardian
I'm a Counselor
Partner Schools
Our partner schools share our commitment to expanding access and opportunity—together, we’re creating a direct pathway from high school to college for students who are ready to thrive at CU Denver.
Don’t See Your School Listed?
If your high school isn’t currently part of the CU Denver Direct Admissions partnership, you still have plenty of options to become a Lynx.
Request information
to connect with our admissions team and learn more about applying, admission requirements, and the next steps for joining CU Denver.
How Direct Admission Works
School Partnership
Participating schools and districts share the names of students with a 3.0 GPA or higher directly with CU Denver at the beginning of the semester.
Automatic Outreach
CU Denver emails eligible students, inviting them to complete their application — with no fee required.
Simple Application
If you submit your application and transcripts by November 1, you'll get your official decision letter and next steps by mid-November.
Financial Aid Preview
Students who complete their application and transcript submission by March 1 will receive a sample financial aid package by April 15 to help plan ahead.
For High School Students
You’ve Earned It — Your Future at CU Denver Starts Now
You’ve worked hard. You’ve challenged yourself. And now, your dedication has paid off — you’re guaranteed admission to CU Denver through our Direct Admissions program.
If your GPA is 3.0 or higher and you attend one of our partner high schools, your name has been shared directly with CU Denver by your school district. That means you’re already on your way to becoming a CU Denver Lynx.
Here’s what happens next:
Watch Your Inbox
Participating schools and districts share the names of students with a 3.0 GPA or higher directly with CU Denver at the beginning of the semester.
Apply and Submit Your Transcripts
Complete your CU Denver application for free and upload your transcripts by November 1 to receive your official acceptance packet with your next steps in mid-to-late November.
See Your Financial Aid Estimate Early
If you submit your application and transcripts by March 1, you’ll get a sample financial aid package by April 15 so you can see how affordable CU Denver can be.
This is your moment to take the next step toward your goals — in the heart of the city, surrounded by opportunity, and supported every step of the way.
Resources
CU Denver Academics –
Degrees & programs
,
Center for Undergraduate Exploration & Advising
Explore CU Denver Life –
Housing
,
Student Life
,
Orientation
Support Resources –
Advising, Coaching, Financial Aid
For Parents & Families
A Simple Path to Your Student’s Future at CU Denver
At CU Denver, we believe every student deserves a clear, confident path to college — one built on their hard work and potential. Through our Direct Admissions partnerships with select high schools and districts, your student can be automatically admitted to CU Denver if they have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Here's how it works:
We Receive Student Lists Directly from Schools
Each semester, participating schools share a list of eligible students who meet the 3.0 GPA threshold. There’s no separate form or nomination process for you to worry about.
CU Denver Reaches Out to Eligible Students
Students on the list will receive an email from CU Denver letting them know they qualify for guaranteed admission and that their application fee is waived.
Your Student Applies and Submits Transcripts
As long as your student completes their CU Denver application and submits transcripts by November 1, they’ll receive their official acceptance packet—with personalized next steps—in mid to late November.
Planning Ahead with Financial Aid
Students who submit their application and transcripts by March 1 will receive a sample financial aid package by April 15, giving families an early look at potential costs and aid options.
Your student’s journey to CU Denver is designed to be simple, supportive, and stress-free. Our goal is to remove barriers so you can focus on what really matters — helping your student take the next step toward a bright, successful future.
CU Denver Direct: Guaranteed Admission. Guaranteed Opportunities. Guaranteed Support.
Resources
Affordability & Financial Aid –
Scholarships and FAFSA guidance
,
Billing & Payments
Health & Wellbeing –
Student Wellness
,
Student Transitions & family engagement
Academic Achievement –
Advising
,
Learning Resources
Campus Experience –
Housing
,
Student Life
For Counselors
Empowering Your Students with Guaranteed Admission to CU Denver
Through the CU Denver Direct Admissions partnership, your students can gain guaranteed admission to CU Denver based on their academic achievement—no extra forms or barriers required.
Each semester, participating high schools and districts share a list of students who meet the 3.0 GPA or higher threshold. From there, the CU Denver Office of Admissions takes the lead:
Outreach to Eligible Students
CU Denver sends an official email to each eligible student letting them know they qualify for guaranteed admission and that their application fee is waived.
Application Submission
Students simply need to submit their CU Denver application for free and official transcripts by November 1 to receive their acceptance packet — including next steps for enrollment—by mid-to-late November.
Financial Aid Information
Students who complete their application and transcript submission by March 1 will receive a sample financial-aid package by April 15, helping them and their families plan ahead.
As a counselor, your partnership ensures students stay on track with deadlines and take advantage of this opportunity. We encourage you to remind eligible students to check their email, submit materials early, and explore all that CU Denver has to offer — Guaranteed Admission, Guaranteed Opportunities, Guaranteed Support.
Contact
Students & Families
High Schools or District Partners
Students & Families
Do you have any questions about your guaranteed admission, application, or next steps?
Our admissions team is ready to help you navigate the process and connect you with the right resources.
Contact the Office of Admissions
📧 Email:
[email protected]
📞 Phone: 303-315-2601
High Schools or District Partners
Interested in bringing CU Denver Direct Admissions to your school or district? Or are you already a partner who has questions?
We’d love to collaborate to help your students access guaranteed admission, early financial planning, and seamless transition support.
Contact the CU Denver Direct Admissions Partnership Team
📧 Email: Deneshia Hearon,
[email protected]
📞 Phone: 303-315-2619
CU Denver
CU Denver
Student Commons Building
1201 Larimer Street
Denver,
CO
80204
(303) 315-5969
YouTube
Resources
Admissions
Campus Safety
Degrees & Programs
Events Calendar
News
Around Campus
Campus Resources
Housing & Dining
Location & Maps
Transportation & Parking
Visit CU Denver
Info For
Alumni
Current Students
Faculty/Staff
Families
Media & Press
CMS Login
Current Students
Faculty/Staff
Families
Alumni
Apply Now
Visit Campus
Search
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