Admissions & Records
Admissions Application Process FAQs
- When is a good time to apply to the University?
- I got bad grades at the first college I attended and I don't want that work to transfer. Do I have to list that school on my application?
- Do I need to list a college/university on my application that I only attended for one non-credit class?
- I transferred to Example University from I.E. College. My I.E. College coursework is reflected on my Example U transcript. Do I still need to submit an official transcript from I.E. College?
- When will I know what coursework has transferred from my last college?
- I graduated high school a really long time ago. Do I need to send an official high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores to UCCS?
- What are MAPS, and what if I haven't completed all of the MAPS requirements?
- Will I get credit for my military training?
- When can I register?
- I am active duty military. How do I qualify for resident tuition?
- How do I qualify for resident tuition/how does in-state tuition work?
- How do I petition for resident tuition?
- The application states that listing my social security number is optional. If I don't list it, will my application process be affected?
- How long do I have to wait after I apply to know if I've been accepted?
- What is WUE and how do I qualify?
- What should I write for the essay portion of the application?
- I want to apply to each university in the CU System (Boulder, Denver, and Colorado Springs). Do I need to submit a separate application for each school?
- When is a good time to apply to the University?
The earlier the better! The UCCS Admissions Office strongly encourages you to apply at least ninety days before the first day of the semester you wish to enroll. Technically, we accept applications for the current semester up until the census date (drop/add date); but, we cannot guarantee an adequate selection of courses for those who choose to wait to apply.
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- I got bad grades at the first college I attended and I don't want that work to transfer. Do I have to list that school on my application?
Students may not disregard any part of their previous educational background. Admission decisions are based upon cumulative academic performance; however, extenuating circumstances are also taken into account. Failure to submit transcripts from all institutions previously attended may be cause for canceling the admission process or dismissing the student.
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- Do I need to list a college/university on my application that I only attended for one non-credit class?
Students must list all institutions of higher education they have attended on the application. If you completed coursework at an institution of higher education, but it cannot be reflected on an official transcript, a formal letter on letterhead from that institution verifying that no credit was awarded must be submitted to the UCCS Admissions Office.
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- I transferred to Example University from I.E. College. My I.E. College coursework is reflected on my Example University transcript. Do I still have to submit an official transcript from I.E. College?
You must submit an official transcript from any and all institutions of higher education that you have attended, even if transfer and current coursework is listed on one transcript.
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- When will I know what coursework has transferred from my last college?
You will receive a postcard via the US Postal Service informing you that your transfer evaluation has been completed. You may also consult with your academic advisor regarding transferable coursework; or, login to the Student Online Center.
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- I graduated high school a really long time ago. Do I need to submit an official high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores to UCCS?
If your high school graduation was 1988 or later, you must submit an official high school transcript with graduation date to the UCCS Admissions Office. ACT and/or ACT scores must also be submitted. These can usually be obtained by contacting your high school.
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- What are MAPS, and what if I haven't completed all of the MAPS requirements?
MAPS is an acronym for Minimum Academic Preparation Standards. (For full explanation of MAPS requirements, see the UCCS Bulletin). Freshman and transfers who have graduated from high school 1988 or later are subject to MAPS requirements. Students may be admitted even though they have not met all the MAPS requirements, but all MAPS deficiencies must be completed prior to graduation from UCCS.
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- Will I get credit for my military training?
Credit for military schooling is evaluated upon receipt of forms DD 295 and DD214. Evaluation of credit is in accordance with the American Council on Education's credit recommendation and is generally considered as elective credit.
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- When can I register?
After the student has been admitted to UCCS, and a new student orientation session has been completed (if required, see Academic Advising for details), the student should be eligible to register. Times and details of registration, course offerings and instructions on how to register over the Internet via the Student Online Center are published in the UCCS Schedule of Courses each academic term.
top - I am active duty military. How do I qualify for resident tuition?
Active duty military personnel and their departments may qualify for resident tuition by submitting a Military Certification Form, which may be obtained from the education office on base; or, from the UCCS Admissions & Records Office. This form must be submitted each semester the student wishes to attend.
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- How do I qualify for residency/how does in-state tuition work?
In order to qualify for residency, a student age 23 or older must have an established domicile in the State of Colorado for at least one year, with the intent to remain in Colorado permanently. Residency for students under the age of 23 is based upon the established domicile of their parents or legal guardians. When petitioning for residency, factors that affect the decision include, but are not limited to: home ownership or home rental agreement in Colorado, Colorado vehicle registration, Colorado driver's license, Colorado voter registration, and payment of Colorado income tax.
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- How do I petition for resident tuition?
Contact the UCCS Admissions Office to obtain a residency petition packet. If the student is age 23 or older, basis for residency primarily depends upon the student's intention of making Colorado his or her permanent home. For students 23 and under, residency is based upon the parent's information unless the student is married or legally emancipated. Residency petitions are due by the census date (drop/add date) for the semester the applicant wishes to enroll.
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- The application states that listing my social security number is optional. If I don't list it, will my application process be affected?
Your social security number is not a factor in an admission decision. However, the UCCS Financial Aid Office requires your SSN to be on file for award purposes; and, to assess your eligibility for the College Opportunity Fund (COF). If you are seeking financial aid, it is in your best interest to list your SSN on your application.
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- How long do I have to wait after I apply to know if I've been accepted?
Once an application has been submitted, it can take 10-14 business days for a decision to be made. However, there are several factors affecting the expediency of an admission decision. It is important to submit all required credentials and the application fee (if required) as soon as possible in order to have a complete application file. In most cases, an admission decision cannot be made if an applicant's file is incomplete.
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- What is WUE and how do I qualify?
WUE is the Western Undergraduate Exchange, a program in which students in western states may enroll in participating two or four-year college programs at a reduced tuition level equal to 150% of the institution's regular resident tuition. Click here for more information about WUE.
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- What should I write for the essay portion of the application?
The essay portion of the application is optional. However, composing an essay is an opportunity for you to share details about your academic background, life events that have affected your academic performance, or academic goals that will lead you to succeed at UCCS. It is also recommended that you list special program consideration such as University Connection or Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE).
top - I want to apply to each university in the CU System
(Boulder, Denver, and Colorado Springs).Do I need to submit a
separate application for each school?
If you submit an online application, you may select the option to have your application sent to all CU campuses. If you choose to submit a paper application, a separate application must be sent to each campus to which to wish to apply. A separate application fee is required for each campus.
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