First-Year Applicants

How to Apply

If you are applying to DU as an international student, there are a few steps you will need to take to make sure your application is complete. We will review your academic performance in the context of your home country's educational system and make sure that you have the necessary background to study here at the University of Denver. We want to make sure that you are prepared for success, and we are here to help you through every step of the application process.​

If your native language is not English, you will need to demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to your other application materials. You can demonstrate English proficiency with a qualifying test score, or by qualifying for an exemption.

If you have any questions, contact your admission counselor.

Application Checklist

Submit Your Application

Choose a deadline

  1. Nov. 1 for Early Decision I and Early Action
  2. Jan. 15 for Early Decision II and Regular Decision

What's the difference between the deadline options?

  1. Early Decision is a binding agreement between you and the University that you will attend DU if you're accepted. You can only apply Early Decision to one school, and if you're accepted to DU via Early Decision, you must withdraw your applications from other institutions. You should only apply Early Decision if you're sure you want to be a DU student.
  2. Early Action and Regular Decision are non-binding applications, and you can apply to as many schools as you like for these deadlines.

  1. We accept the Common Application.
  2. The application includes an essay requirement.

  1. The application requires a $65 nonrefundable application fee.
    1. To pay online, please log back into your Common Application account.
    2. You can also pay by U.S. check or money order, made out to the University of Denver and mailed to Undergraduate Admission.
    3. If you're facing financial hardship, you can apply for a fee waiver. These are granted on a case-by-case basis and require a school official to verify that paying the application fee would be a burden on you and your family. To apply for a fee waiver, fill out the top part of the fee waiver form. Next, have your school official (counselor, teacher, principal, etc.) fill out the bottom part and send it to our office via e-mail at intladm@51rkb.com.
    4. For applicants inside the US, we may accept additional fee waivers from reputable sources like NACAC.

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