International Undergraduate Admitted Students
Congratulations on your admission to CU Boulder as an international undergraduate student! Take a moment to celebrate and be proud of yourself鈥攁ll of your hard work has paid off. Whether you are ready to join the Buff community right away or need to consider your options, learn what comes next in the admission process.
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If you have taken one of these tests and your current score does not meet the requirement, you may retake the TOEFL, Duolingo or IELTS in an attempt to meet the requirement. Scores from multiple tests may not be combined. To finalize your admission, an English proficiency score that meets the requirement must be submitted along with proof of funding to the Office of Admissions no later than Nov. 15 for spring applicants and June 15 for fall applicants.
The Pathway to CU Program is offered through the International English Center. Students take coursework in academic English and participate in workshops, activities and events that help them transition into the university community. Students who choose to enroll in the Pathway to CU Program must successfully complete all levels of the program, or submit the required English language proficiency test scores before beginning their degree program at the university.
First-year applicants are in high school, or have graduated from high school but have not taken any college courses after graduating or earning a GED.
Transfer applicants have attended another college or university since earning their high school diploma or GED. Transfer applicants are looking to complete a bachelor鈥檚 degree at CU Boulder.
Undergraduate international applicants are students who need a visa to be in the U.S. Apply as a domestic student if you have a U.S. passport or green card.
