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Collide your interests at CU Boulder's College of Arts and Sciences.

Learn directly from world-renowned faculty in the natural sciences, social sciences and the arts and humanities, gain a firm, interdisciplinary liberal arts education and live on one of the most beautiful campuses in America.

We offer scholarships and a team of knowledgeable staff who will guide you through the application process. And, once you are here, we have the resources you need to be successful. For more information about applying, fill out this form.

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47 Degree Options

More than 90 percent of employers value critical thinking over a degree in a specific undergraduate major. Our degree programs are designed to help you think critically and reason well, preparing you for success in any career.

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Expand Your Knowledge

26 Certificate Programs

Certificate programs are a great way to add a specialization along with your major. 

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Unique Student Experiences

11 Unique Programs

Every student entering the College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder has the following options to enhance and customize their first year experience through specialized programs such as the Miramontes Arts & Sciences Program (MASP), Living and Learning Communities (LLCs) and Residential Academic Programs (RAPs)

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Applying to Arts & Sciences

We are excited you are considering CU Boulder. As you prepare your application, some important factors for you to consider include understanding our holistic admission review process, cost and funding opportunities, necessary components for a completed application, and next steps after your apply.

 

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Come see for yourself the unique programs and environment CU Boulder has to offer. Join us for one of our Daily Information Session and Tour or attend a full day visit program to Discover CU Boulder, Be Boulder for a Day or one of our many other full day programs. 

Connect With Us

Reach out to your admission counselor, browse admissions' latest blog content, find out when we will be visiting your area and connect with us @FutureBuffs on social.

Visit Boulder virtually

The University of Colorado Boulder's campus is truly one of a kind, and you can begin to experience it from anywhere in the world. Check out our virtual tour of several sites in the College of Arts and Sciences to learn more about our students' experiences.