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ACADEMICS BACHELOR OF INNOVATION™ UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS (BI OR BS) ChemistryBusiness•Accounting•BusinessAdministration•CybersecurityManagement•Finance•HumanResourceManagement•InformationSystems•InternationalBusiness•Management•Marketing•ServiceManagement + Communication - Digital Filmmaking Communication - Digital Media Engineering•Computer Science + • Computer Security+ • Data Analytics and Systems Engineering • Game Design & Development Inclusive Early Childhood Education Museum Practice and Heritage Management Museum Studies and Gallery Practice Women’sMusic and Ethnic Studies COLLEGE OF BUSINESS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS BusinessAccountingAdministration* Cybersecurity Management HumanFinanceResources Management Information SportServicePGAMarketingManagementInternationalSystemsBusinessGolfManagementManagementManagement COLLEGE OF EDUCATION UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Human InclusiveServicesEarlyChildhood Education Inclusive Elementary Education • Biology • English • Geography • History • MathEngineeringSecondarySpanishEducation•Biology•Biochemistry•Chemistry•Engineering•Education•English•Mathematics•Physics•SpanishEducationandScienceSecondary Education (UCCS Teach) COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Aerospace Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science + • Advanced Software Engineering+ • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning • Computer Systems and Networking • Cybersecurity+ Data Analytics and System Engineering • Data Analytics • Systems Engineering Electrical EngineeringEngineeringEducation – Teaching STEM Licensure Mechanical Engineering + COLLEGE OF LETTERS, ARTS & SCIENCES UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS BiochemistryAnthropology+ ChemistryBiology+ Communication* + • Digital Filmmaking & Media Arts • General Communication • Media Studies • Online Communication • Professional Communication • Sport GeographyEnglishEconomicsCommunication•Literature•RhetoricandWriting&Environmental Studies InterdisciplinaryHistory Studies* • Cognitive Archeology • MathematicsCybersecurity•AppliedMathematics + • Flexible • Pure Mathematics • PhilosophyMusicStatistics * Physics•Energy Science • Solid State • PoliticalTraditionalScience•AmericanPolitics & Public Law • Global Politics • Public Administration + SociologyPsychology * + TechnicalSpanish Communication & Information Design (BA) + • Cybersecurity Management • Data Analytics • Design and Media • Non-Profit & Organizational Writing • Programming Foundations Visual and Performing Arts • Art History • Creative Music Performance • Dance • Film Studies • Music Composition & Sonic Arts • Theater • Visual Art Women’s and Ethnic Studies HELEN AND ARTHUR E. JOHNSON BETH-EL COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Nursing•Traditional Nursing • Accelerated Nursing • RN-to-BSN/Dual Enrollment (online only) Health Care Science (BS) Allied Health Completion (Option)* Health and Wellness Promotion (Option) Medical Laboratory Science (Option) Human Physiology & Nutrition • Biomedical • ExerciseNutritionScience (BS) Athletic Training (Option) Nutrition (Option) Strength & Conditioning (Option) SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Criminal Justice* + • Cybercrime & Cybersecurity • Forensic Studies • Law • Law Enforcement Social Work PROGRAMSPRE-PROFESSIONAL Actuarial Science Preparation Pre-Child Health Associate & Physician’s PrePre-LawPre-DentistryAssistantMedicalLab Science Pre-VeterinaryPrePre-PhysicalPre-PharmacyPre-MedicineTherapyOccupationalTherapyMedicine SEE YOU AT UCCS! UCCS.EDU/APPLY * ONLINE AND ON CAMPUS + ACCELERATED MASTER’S PROGRAMS ACADEMICS
The world’s only Bachelor of InnovationTM program. Develop leadership, creativity and business skills while starting your own business or nonprofit. Choose from Bachelor of InnovationTM degrees in: College of Business • Business Administration • Business / Accounting • Business / Cybersecurity Management • Business / Finance • Business / Human Resource Management • Business / Information Systems • Business / International Business • Business / Management • Business / Marketing • Business / Service Management College of Engineering and Applied Science • Computer Science • Computer Science: Security • Data Analytics and System Engineering • Game Design and Development College of Letters, Arts & Sciences • Anthropology / Museum Practice and Heritage Management • Chemistry • Communication / Digital Film Making • Communication / Digital Media • Visual and Performing Arts / Museum Studies and Gallery Practices • Visual and Performing Arts / Music • Women’s and Ethnic Studies College of Education • Inclusive Early Childhood EducationGet a head start on your dreams at: innovation.uccs.edu CULTIVATE YOUR ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT UCCS Bachelor OF INNOVATIONTM 6
The College of Business at UCCS is committed to building successful futures for students, faculty, staff, alumni and the business community. A keystone of the college is a commitment to the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at UCCS, which provides a framework for ethical decision-making and fosters a higher standard of ethics in our students. Students receive their education from nationally and internationally recognized faculty, who use real-world experience and hands-on research to prepare students for the workplace.
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ACADEMICS»UCCS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS • Accounting • Business Administration • Business Analytics Minor • Cybersecurity Management • Entrepreneurship Minor • Finance • Human Resource Management • Information Systems • International Business • PGA Golf Management • Management • Marketing • Service Management • Sport Management Defend against cyber threats and meet the increasing employer demand for cybersecurity professionals with a career in Cybersecurity Management. The Cybersecurity Management emphasis will provide the necessary skills and competencies to handle cybersecurity operations in any organization. The program is available at the undergraduate, Masters, and doctoral level in the College of Business. FEATURED CYBERSECURITYPROGRAM:MANAGEMENT WE ARE IN THE BUSINESS OF BUILDING SUCCESSFUL FUTURESTM
• AACSB International accreditation places us among the world’s top business schools Consistently ranked a “Best Business School” and a “Best Online MBA” by U.S. News & World Report 300+ local, national and international internships and career placements annually
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION FEATURED PROGRAM: HUMAN SERVICES The Human Services program equips students to meet human needs and achieve client, project, agency and/or organizational goals through an interdisciplinary knowledge base and cultivation of effective human relationship skills. Emphases are offered in Substance Use and Abuse, Military and Veteran Support, Student Affairs and Higher Education, Rehabilitative Services, and Social and Emotional Wellness. 8 FUELING LEADERSTOMORROW’SINEDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES An outstanding, clinically-based undergraduate and graduate education prepares students to become teachers, administrators, educational leaders, policy makers, counselors and human services providers. The College of Education embraces equity, inquiry and innovation to provide the skills educators and human services providers need to build stronger schools and communities. • Undergraduate degrees in education with a focus on teaching or human services • Master’s degrees offered in all departments: Counseling and Human Services; Teaching and Learning; and Leadership, Research and Foundations • Ph.D. program in Educational Leadership, Research, and Policy • 100% of those who complete a program would recommend it to others (2015 survey) • Innovative UCCSTeach model for preparing secondary math & science teachers UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS • Human Services • Inclusive Early Childhood Education • Inclusive Elementary Education • Secondary Education • Math and Science Secondary Education (UCCSTeach) • Engineering Education
meets expanded industry needs • Scholarships focused on cybersecurity degrees lead to internships and careers • Expertise at all levels – undergraduate, graduate, plus professional certificates
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Building on a 20-year Aerospace Engineering minor, the BSAE prepares students for a high-paying career in the aerospace industry and is one of only two aerospace engineering programs in the state of Colorado. The new Anschutz Engineering Center (opening 2023) will house instructional laboratory spaces research laboratories for hands-on, interactive learning for BSAE students. This degree will favor the Astronautical Engineering discipline within Aerospace Engineering.
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ACADEMICS»UCCS Engineering and Applied Science is a founding college at UCCS. We are focused on programs to prepare students for the workforce or graduate school. We value technical depth and design skills. In engineering, our design, analysis and prototyping approach creates students with strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to build and test complex designs. In computer science, exemplary code writing and deep understanding of the applications and science of computing gives students adaptability and technical skills to enter the workforce in multiple capacities and industries. • In-demand degrees that support the regional and national workforce • 1,700 students, 70 faculty and staff, 3 departments • Choose Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Innovation™ degrees • Relationships with engineering, aerospace, IT, cybersecurity, civil service, and defense industries • ABET accreditation, senior design projects, research and internship opportunities UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS • Aerospace Engineering • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Computer Security • Data Analytics and Systems Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering Education — Math & Science Teacher Licensure • Game Design and Development • Mechanical Engineering COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE NEW CYBERSECURITY INITIATIVES LEAD TO STUDENT SUCCESS
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THE EPICENTER FOR STUDIES OF THE HUMANITIES, NATURAL SCIENCES, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND THE ARTS Think critically, communicate effectively and develop comprehensive skills that tomorrow’s careers demand. Our graduates come away with a breadth of knowledge, strong analytical skills and the ability to use logic and creativity to solve problems. • Choose from dozens of attractive undergraduate programs • Opportunities for internships and one-on-one research with faculty • Pre-medical and pre-law programs UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS • Anthropology • Army ROTC • •BiologyBiomedical Sciences Option • Chemistry & Biochemistry • BS or BA Options in General Chemistry • BA Chemistry Secondary Education Option • Bachelor of Innovation in Chemistry • •CommunicationDigitalFilmmaking & Media Arts • Gen Communication Studies • Media Studies • Professional Communication • Technical Communication and Informational Design • Online • Bachelor of Innovation in Digital Media • Economics • English • Geography & Environmental Studies • GES Minor • Geology Minor • GIS Certificate • •HistoryAsian Studies Minor • Civic Engagement through US History Minor and Certificate • Pre-Law Minor • Interdisciplinary Studies (INDS) • Online • On Campus • Mathematics • Languages & Cultures • Spanish • ••••MinorsFrenchGermanJapaneseAmerican Sign Language (ASL) • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science • Pre-Professional Degree Tracks • Pre-Dentistry • Pre-Medicine • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Veterinary Medicine • •PsychologyPsychology / Philosophy Double Major • Psychology / Sociology Double Major • Psychology / Women’s & Ethnic Studies Double Major • Psychology / Criminal Justice Dual Degree • •SociologySociology / Women’s & Ethnic Studies Double Major • Sociology / Criminal Justice Dual Degree • •CertificatesCriminology and Justice Studies • Sociology of Diversity • Disability Studies • Technical Communication and Information Design • Visual and Performing Arts • Art History • Film Studies • Gallery and •ManagementMuseumAlsoBachelorofInnovationDegree • •MusicBachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Innovation • Theatre / Dance • Visual Art • Women’s and Ethnic Studies FEATURED PROGRAM: MUSIC The Bachelor of Arts in Music is a professional degree integrating performance, composition, and music technology and welcomes students from all musical backgrounds. Addressing the present-day world of music, our flexible degree structure enables students to carve out their own personal paths as performers and/or composers, music technologists, scholars, sound artists and others. Opened in 2018, the Ent Center for the Arts provides state-of-the-art facilities for all aspects of music creation. Our world-class, internationally celebrated faculty are particularly dedicated to individual training, career development, and maintaining a supportive community. COLLEGE OF LETTERS, ARTS & SCIENCES 10
ACADEMICS»UCCS EXCEPTIONAL PROGRAMS: HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES Meet the challenges of a rapidly changing healthcare landscape through innovative programs that includes education, practice, research and service. Work closely with highly qualified faculty in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings to develop the hands-on skills needed for a career as a healthcare professional ready to tackle any challenge.
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The William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center, opened in August 2020, offers broad opportunities to students in the realms of medical practice and athlete care and performance. The unique partnership between Centura and UCCS will offer both educational settings mixed with a functioning medicine clinic and performance center. A state-of-the-art, accredited Simulation Learning Center allows students to put their skills into practice contracts leading to student internships and direct experience in hospitals, healthcare agencies work-site One-on-one attention with some of the lowest student-to-faculty ratios at a public research university in Colorado A new Bachelor’s Degree in Human Physiology and Nutrition designed for aspiring “pre-med” students The Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science blends education in basic and applied science for students seeking careers in sport science medicine opportunity for real-world experience in a range of college-managed clinics that focus on Nutrition, Primary Care, Living
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Nursing • Nursing (Traditional Program) • Nursing (Accelerated Program) • Nursing (RN-BSN and RN-BSN dual enrollment), Online only Health Sciences • Health Care Science (BS) • Allied Health Completion (option) • Health & Wellness (option) • Medical Laboratory Science (option) Human Physiology and Nutrition • Human Physiology & Nutrition (BS) • Exercise Science (BS) • Athletic Training (sub-plan) and Accelerated Masters • Strength & Conditioning (sub-plan) FEATURED PROGRAM: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY & NUTRITION The new Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology and Nutrition curriculum is built upon a core set of required classes that map directly to the most common prerequisite classes necessary for application to professional schools, such as medical and physician assistant programs, making it an attractive “pre-med” major. HELEN AND ARTHUR E. JOHNSON BETH-EL COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES
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Whether it’s government work, serving as an elected official, leading a nonprofit agency or foundation, practicing social work, working in criminal justice or the field of policy analysis and administration, Public Affairs offers students the opportunity to embark on rewarding and meaningful careers that change lives. Our award- winning faculty and deep relationships with nonprofits, law enforcement, social service agencies and government help to make the UCCS School of Public Affairs Colorado’s most popular criminal justice program and the go-to option for those in southern Colorado wanting to pursue or advance a career in public service.
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• Advanced Standing Social Work degree options that can lead to an MSW in as little as five years
The Social Work program prepares students for ethical and competent generalist social work practice across diverse populations. Social work is a hands-on profession, focused on social justice, that strives to help individuals, families, groups and communities to navigate and solve a wide array of challenges. The UCCS BSW program offers an exciting curriculum that combines a liberal arts foundation with social work theory and real-world practice experience. BSW-trained social workers make a difference in the lives of clients and communities.
• Unique dual programs between the Master of Criminal Justice and the Master of Public Administration, and between the Master of Public Administration and the Master of Arts in Sociology
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS • Criminal Justice (Online Option) • Criminal Justice and Psychology (Dual Degree) • Criminal Justice and Sociology (Dual Degree) • Accelerated Master’s Program — Criminal Justice • Accelerated Master’s Program — Political Science to Public Administration • Social Work (BSW) All SPA programs are offered both in-person and online for your convenience.
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UCCS provides students with access to five centers focused on communication, language, science, math and writing. Each center provides tutoring and academic support. UCCS offers a variety of free tutoring and extra instruction for specific courses.
UCCS FIRST EXPERIENCEYEAR (FYE) FYE assists freshmen and transfer students through their first year at UCCS and beyond in their academic and personal goals. fye.uccs.edu RESOURCESSTUDENT»UCCS
MOSAIC The Multicultural Office for Student Access, Inclusiveness and Community (MOSAIC) campus. mosaic.uccs.edu EXCELLENCE excel.uccs.edu
RESOURCESSTUDENT»UCCS ONE OF THE COMMUNITIESSTUDENT-VETERANSTRONGESTINTHENATION We take great pride in providing assistance to active-duty, military veterans, and military-connected students including financial, social and academic support through our Office of Veteran and Military Student Affairs (OVMSA). military.uccs.edu/prospective-students T. ROWE PRICE CAREER AND INNOVATION CENTER The UCCS Career Center has been intentionally re-imagined from the ground up. From day one, our “Career Culture” maps students to the best classes and majors to align their talents with the career of their dreams. Our “Handshake” system is a veritable one-stop career shop connecting students, alumni and employers with postings, job fairs, internships, workshops, programming and more. career.uccs.edu PROGRAMGATEWAY SEMINAR The Gateway Program Seminar (GPS) is a three or four credit, required course for first-year students at UCCS. We’ve designed this program to help students adjust successfully to university life. gps.uccs.edu
FAMILYKRAEMERLIBRARY The mission of the Kraemer Family Library is to serve students with respect and to anticipate, understand and respond to your information needs. The success of each student is paramount to the library’s services and collections.kfl.uccs.eduDISABILITY SERVICES UCCS Disability Services stands ready to support any student who may need an accommodation, either for remote or in-person learning. Explore testing, family, language accommodations and more. disability.uccs.edu ACADEMIC ADVISING The Academic Advising team assists future and current students by developing academic plans, aiding in course selection, explaining degree programs and helping with degree audits. Advisers can even assist with study abroad questions. advising.uccs.edu 16
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20 MORE THAN 200 ON-CAMPUS CLUBS, INCLUDING: • E-Sports • Urban Dance • Futurism, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics • Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) • Student Government Association • Spectrum (LGBTQIA+ community club) Get moving at: WELLNESSRECREATIONmlc.uccs.edu&CENTER Our holistic approach to your wellbeing doesn’t begin and end in the gym. Our center offers a range of activities from intramural or club sports, to a top-notch fitness facility, but we also focus on the mind and body, offering mental health and health services, including counseling and much more. STUDENTrecwellness.uccs.eduLIFE THEME WEEKS & EVENTS It’s the mission of Student Life to foster a sense of belonging by engaging and connecting all students through learning, leadership and exploration. Join us in event-packed theme weeks each semester, leadership programs, student club events and so much more. studentlife.uccs.edu
Call them awesome, huge, luxurious. Just don’t call them dorms — they are so much more than that. Our unique suite-style accommodations make campus living comfortable. From a private suite to apartment-style living with shared living rooms, our modern housing options are comfortable and just steps away from healthcare, recreation and delicious dining. Make yourself at home at: residence.uccs.edu THE COLORADOLIVINGCAMPUSBESTIN THE COLORADOLIVINGCAMPUSBESTIN FLOOR PLANS FOR FRESHMEN Four private bedrooms, shared common area and bath Four students sharing two bedrooms, shared common area and bath Large private bedroom in a three-bedroom suite HOUSINGSTUDENT»UCCS
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Unlike any place on earth, Colorado Springs is home to countless natural splendors and a young, active community full of fun and opportunity. With 500,000+ residents, our community is big enough to attract world-class concerts, companies and opportunities for students; yet still small enough to be friendly and comfortable. In proximity to ski areas, hiking, biking trails and the major metro area of Denver, students will find plenty of off-campus activities.
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SKIINGWORLD-CLASS Many of Colorado’s most popular resorts, including Breckenridge, Vail and Monarch are within 2 ½ hours. INCLINEMANITOU Just 11 miles from campus, Manitou Springs is a town with delicious dining, spectacular shopping and a ofthanelevation2,000ruggedManitouexperiencecan’t-missintheIncline,ahikeupfeetinoverlessamilecomprised2,768stairs. DOWNTOWN A big city with a small-town vibe, downtown is your destination for delicious dining, nightlife, shopping, museums and more. PIKES PEAK One of America’s most recognizable mountains, and the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful.” OFGARDENTHEGODS Considered one of the most beautiful places on earth. 24
Earning a college degree doesn’t have to mean graduating with a mountain of debt. It’s our mission to assist you in finding a financial aid package that makes it possible to obtain a degree. This road map will help you navigate the process. AIDFINANCIAL»UCCS EXPLORE YOUR AID OPTIONS Your first step towards affording college is applying to UCCS and applying for federal student aid through the FAFSA process, which must be completed by March 1. This will set you on your path to being awarded aid and understanding your total bill. FAFSA Code: 004509 To round out the full picture, we help our students obtain: • Merit Awards • Grants • Scholarships • Educational Loans • Work Study • Student Employment APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS UCCS seeks to assist students searching for scholarship opportunities from both the university and outside scholarship providers. Scholarship deadlines are typically March 1, and students are encouraged to submit applications by Feb. 1. CALCULATING AN AID PACKAGE After you have filed your FAFSA, you will receive your Student Aid Report (SAR), which will tell you your determined Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Your EFC and your UCCS Financial Aid Cost of Attendance will determine the amount of financial aid you are eligible for. finaid.uccs.edu/about-financial-aid/how-need-is-calculated FUELING And funD
It’s our mission to help you understand the real cost of a UCCS education. It’s at this step that we’ll lay out for you what your financial aid package is likely to cover in a financial aid notification of eligibility. UCCS is a competitively priced university that features top-notch and highly-ranked degree programs. We are confident in the value of a University of Colorado degree and, after reviewing your total bill, we think you will too.
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funD AWARDS CREDITED TO YOUR BILL All financial aid awards (excluding work-study) are credited to your UCCS student billing account, generally beginning the week prior to the start of each semester. Work-study funds are earned over the course of the academic year and are paid to you according to the university’s payroll schedule. You can always see your awards in your myUCCS portal. finaid.uccs.edu A TRANSPARENT VIEW OF YOUR TOTAL BILL
ACADEMICS»UCCS UCCS offers many scholarships and grants to qualified students. Many students may be surprised to find scholarships that are a perfect fit for their background and academic goals. UCCS MERIT AWARDS UCCS reviews students for academic merit awards at the point of admission for eligible first-year and transfer students who have demonstrated strong academic achievement in high school and/or at prior institutions of higher education. Consideration is based on rigorous academic course work, strength of GPA and SAT/ACT as/when applicable. • Chancellor’s Award: Eligible Colorado resident and WUE students receive $10,000 ($2,500 per year) • Peak Award: Eligible out-of-state residents receive up to $25,000 ($6,250 per year) GROWING UCCSTHROUGHOUTOPPORTUNITIESYOURCAREER As you work toward your degree, more scholarships become available to you. Our six colleges and schools offer an array of scholarships to students who have completed their freshmen year and beyond. In fact, in the 2018-19 academic year UCCS students received more than $3.1 million in scholarship funds. SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH For an entire list of scholarships, as well as details on how to apply, learn more at: uccs.edu/scholarships UCCS STUDENT FINANCIAL AID BY THE NUMBERS1500+ 1500+ OF RECEIVEUNDERGRADUATESFINANCIALAID 66% 66% STUDENTS ON-CAMPUSWORKJOBS EACH YEAR OF WITHUNDERGRADUATESASCHOLARSHIP 30% SCHOLARSHIPS30% AWARDED TO UCCS STUDENTS IN THE 2019–20 ACADEMIC YEAR MILLION$177+ $177+MILLION
Costs shown are estimates of a full year of tuition and fees at UCCS and not a guarantee of cost of attendance for a student. Costs can increase or decrease based on number of credit hours taken and on-campus housing option selected. Colorado Resident Student (15 credit hours per semester / 30 credit hours per year) Tuition and fees: $11,028 On-campus housing expenses range: $10,998 – $14,978 Total: $22,026 – $26,006 Colorado Resident rates include COF stipend Western Undergraduate Exchange Student (15 credit hours per semester / 30 credit hours per year) Tuition and fees: $20,478 On-campus housing expenses range: $10,998 – $14,978 Total: $31,476 – $35,456 Western Undergraduate Exchange-eligible states: North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, New Mexico, Arizona, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, California, Hawaii, and Alaska. Nursing majors are not eligible for WUE tuition Non-Resident Student (15 credit hours per semester / 30 credit hours per year) Tuition and fees: $27,168 On-campus housing expenses range: $10,998 – $14,978 Total: $38,166 – $42,146 Estimate your bill at bursar.uccs.edu/estimate-your-bill For information about Financial Aid and paying for college, please visit studentaid.gov. FAFSA Code: 004509 28 Fall 2022 and Spring Annual2023Costs
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The landscape around our modern Ent Center for the Arts isn’t just innovative, it’s inspiring. Take note of the gardens, perfect for a walk or study session.
KEY DATES SEPT. 1 OCT. 1 DEC. 1 Application for Admission Available UCCS offers rolling admission Scholarship Application Available Must be admitted to apply. Scholarship application closes March 1 FAFSA AvailableApplication UCCS Code 004509 Priority deadline March 1 Housing AvailableApplication Submit early for better housing selection VISIT CAMPUS ANY TIME. Best when classes are in session. discovertoways Find ON CAMPUS uccs.edu/apply studentaid.gov uccs.edu/scholarships residence.uccs.edu
Don’t be surprised if you see this historic safe open during business hours! We keep our wheel-locking safe available for all to see in the Main Hall on the second floor.
THE SUNBRELLAS Cool off in the shade of our sun-powered umbrella tables around the University Center where you can charge your devices fueled by Colorado sunshine.
THE WATER SLIDE Nestled into the Campus Recreation water center, you can cool off by taking a dive or trip down our unique water slide.
THE SWING Take a load off! Enjoy our adult-size swing set nestled into our Alpine Village residence hall area between classes or study sessions.
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PAN STATUE Catch a glimpse of our Pan statue while making your way through the Telluride-Vail Quad.
PENDULUM Our very own Foucault pendulum never stops swinging in the atrium of the Osborne Center for Science and Engineering.
TAVA TRAIL Enjoy the scenery while walking across campus, or simply take a hike between classes. The Tava Trail starts near The Lodge and continues to the Alpine Village and beyond.
VIRTUAL TOUR Let the tour come to you. Through our virtual tour, you can see the campus, explore some academic spaces and view our unique suite-style residence halls. Visit uccs.edu/virtualtour UCCS MOBILE APP Take UCCS with you on the go. Explore our campus, access resources and apply right on your phone. Download at uccs.edu/mobile WAYS DISCOVERTO UCCS CAMPUS TOURS Tours happen daily. Come see the campus, meet with an admission counselor and view our unique suite-style residence halls. Register at uccs.edu/visit MARCH 1FEB. 1 Housing information: Housing Application Priority Date Merit DeadlineScholarship FAFSA Priority Date and ScholarshipFinalDeadlineDeadlineScholarshipNeed-Based To register for a campus tour go to uccs.edu/visit forRegisterOrientation uccs.edu/scholarships uccs.edu/scholarships uccs.edu/scholarships residence.uccs.edu orientation.uccs.edu
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