Applying to the University of Denver

It is important to begin the application process as early as possible, as all international undergraduate applications are reviewed on a rolling-admission basis. Applicants can expect an admission decision within three to seven weeks after the application file is complete. Most students will apply between November 1 and January 15 for the subsequent fall quarter. Students who apply early will have the most options for scholarship consideration, housing choices and special academic programs.

Students can apply to the University of Denver through the Common Application or the DU Pioneer Application.  The deadlines to complete your application are as follows:

Deadlines for First-Year Undergraduate Students – Fall Quarter Admission Only

Regular Decision: Apply anytime before January 15th.

Late Action: Applications postmarked after January 15th will be considered on a case-by-case, space-available basis.

Deadlines for Transfer Undergraduate Students

Priority Deadline: Apply anytime before July 1st.

Late Applicants: Applications postmarked after July 1st will be considered on a case-by-case, space-available basis.

Secondary Application to Daniels College of Business

Students interested in pursuing a business major can apply to the Daniels College of Business after their first year of study at the University of Denver.  Applications will be accepted each fall quarter only.  Students transferring to DU from other institutions will need to work directly with the Office of Admission transfer coordinator. The selection process is competitive, and admission is not guaranteed. For more information, please click here.

Graduate Students – Please check with your department for specific entry terms and deadlines.

Office of International Admission
The University of Denver
2197 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80208
Telephone: 303-871-2790
Fax: 303-871-3522
E-mail: intladm@du.edu