Why should I choose graduate study at UCCS?
Prestige
What makes one graduate education stand apart from the rest?
The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs is the premier educational institution in the Pikes Peak Region. For the past seven years, U.S. News
and World Report has named us "Best in the West." This honor affirms that you will thrive at a university ranked in the top tier of all master's
universities in the Western United States. The best part? The value of a degree from the University of Colorado will benefit you for years after
graduation, regardless of where your employment path leads.
In addition to this formal ranking, faculty and staff at UCCS are committed to fueling your success. As a graduate student, you will study with some
of the top faculty in nation. Nearly 100% of our graduate faculty hold PhDs and are leading experts in their fields. Many of them are working on
research for Fortune 500 companies, NASA, NSF or NIH. Last year, they received more than $8.7 million to carry out this work. You can be part of these
groundbreaking activities as a graduate student at UCCS.
Our outstanding alumni speak for themselves. Ninety-two percent are employed, and many are working right here in the Pikes Peak Region. Ninety-six
percent of our graduate school alumni are happy with the education they received at UCCS - not surprising given their success in the job market.
Partnerships
Achieving your goals is a reality at UCCS - our faculty are dedicated to your success. Professors meet with you outside of office hours, team up with
you on research projects, and give you the guidance you need to thrive. And, since our graduate level courses are small, you will receive one-on-one
attention.
Dedication to your academic growth does not end in the classroom. In the state-of-the-art Kraemer Family Library, you will have access to over
350,000 books and periodicals. Our library faculty members will assist you in locating cutting-edge research in your field. If you are struggling to
translate your research findings into a paper, our Writing Center will help you gain the skills and confidence you need to succeed.
Graduate students at UCCS represent a variety of ages and backgrounds. From mid-career professionals to students who have just completed their
undergraduate degrees, UCCS is conducive to success wherever you are in life.
If you're already busy with work and family responsibilities, you are not alone - many of our graduate students work full time. Several programs
offer classes in the evening or online so you can continue your career while pursuing your degree. With traditional start dates in the fall, spring and
summer semesters, you have the flexibility to begin your program when the time is right for you.
Possibility
What do you want to achieve with your graduate degree? Are you aiming for a promotion? Hoping for a career change? Or are you simply ready to pursue a
lifelong academic passion?
At UCCS, we will help you create a plan that brings out your passion to learn. You can start with core courses and customize your courses as your
interests and goals become clearer. Or, if you know exactly where you're headed, we'll guide you to the clearest and most fulfilling path to get
there.
If you aren't exactly sure how to land the new job you are hoping for, stop by the Career Center. The Career Center will give you personal guidance
on revising your resume, creating a powerful cover letter, and acing your job interview. Our Career Center experts can help you track down the
companies that best suit your skills and abilities as well.
The relationships you will build as a student at UCCS will last a lifetime - at graduation, you will join the ranks of over 25,000 alumni who have
earned a degree from this campus of the University of Colorado.
As a graduate student at UCCS, your goals and dreams are within reach. Our local and national reputation will give your degree the widespread
recognition you need to succeed wherever your life takes you.
