So you're thinking about studying in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. Great choice! Our wide variety of educational programs allows you to study subjects that you find compelling and to be confident that your well-rounded education will prepare you for success in many possible careers.
CU-Boulder’s College of Arts and Sciences is the premier institution in Colorado offering a liberal-arts degree. With a choice ofmore than 50 majors, 25 minors and 10 certificate programs, it is easy to find afield of study that you'll find captivating for life.
The college is popular for many reasons. There’s the natural beauty of the CU-Boulder campus and surrounding areas, which is full of magnificent scenery, friendly people and a variety of outdoor activities. We were voted one fo the "Top 10 Colleges for Outdoor Enthusiasts" by College Magazine.
In addition, the academic reputation of CU-Boulder is remarkable. Many opportunities transcend the traditional educational activities of going to class, studying and taking exams. For instance, our Residential Academic Programs (RAPs) provide a unique experience of attending seminar classes taught in the residence halls where students live. The intimacy of our RAPs allows you to immerse yourself in an educational experience that includes close interactions with other students, as well as frequent access to faculty members.
If you want to dive into research, our Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) makes it easy to explore academic experiences outside of the classroom and gain hands-on experience conducting meaningful research under close supervision. The Norlin Scholars Program can expand your educational frontiers as you work with a focused group of students and faculty. Accelerate your studies by taking Summer Session courses. Summer session students can choose from more than 500 courses, allowing progress toward a degree in almost every area of study.
Please visitthe Academic Advising Center siteto peruse the opportunities for study available at CU-Boulder’s College of Arts and Sciences. Please contact Admissions if you have questions.
