Why DU?

Discover what you can do at DU

Joining the DU community means being surrounded by bright and motivated peers, passionate professors and engaged alums – who all contribute to a transformative, 4D Experience. At DU, we ignite academic excellence, foster exceptional character and empower you to design your future career while nurturing whole-body well-being.

With two beautiful campuses — one neighboring Denver’s vibrant downtown and one deep in the Rocky Mountains — DU is a perfect setting for learning, reflection and building meaningful connections. No matter your interests, passions or personal pursuits, when you choose DU, you will be able to grow in all phases of your college experience to become a difference-maker for the public good.

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Two Incredible Campuses, One DU

Enjoy our main campus in Denver and our Kennedy Mountain Campus up in the Rockies.

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100+ Academic Programs Of Study

Choose from 100+ academic majors, minors and concentrations across six colleges. 

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Ranked #1 for "Students Love Their College

Princeton Review recently ranked University of Denver #1 for "Students Love Their College."

DU by the Numbers

70% Percentage of DU students who study abroad

#23 Ranking for “Happiest Students” by Princeton Review

35 NCAA national championships across 18 D1 sports

80% Percentage of students who participate in internships



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Find Your Community

Embrace diverse perspectives, find where you belong and connect through clubs and organizations that empower you to make a meaningful impact.

BUILD COMMUNITY
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Find Your Purpose

Choose from 100+ academic majors, minors and concentrations – while discovering the knowledge that fuels your passion and deepens your understanding of the world.  

EXPLORE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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Find Your Network

Turn academic knowledge into real-world success with support and connections from DU's career experts, professional resources and robust alumni net

THE POWER OF A DU DEGREE
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50 Reasons to Love DU

Our students love DU — and it’s not hard to see why.

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