International Students Undergraduate Admission
Explore DU’s International Community
With a proud representation of nearly 800 students from over 80 countries, including South Korea, China, Kuwait, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, and Vietnam, the University of Denver (DU) cultivates a thriving campus and a student body that celebrates diverse cultures, pursues inclusivity, and strives for academic excellence in all we do.
Whether you are a first-year student or transferring from another institution, you will find essential information on this page about application requirements, tuition and financial aid, living on campus, and much more. Your exciting academic adventure at DU awaits!
International First-Year Applicants
Applying to DU as a first-year student is simple. Along with completing the Common Application, you must submit supporting materials, provide optional test scores, and meet our English Proficiency requirements.
International first-year applicants must submit their application and all supplemental documents by the following deadlines:
- Nov. 1 for Early Decision I and Early Action
- Jan. 15 for Early Decision II and Regular Decision
Our Admission Committee looks forward to receiving and reviewing your application for admission!
International Transfer Applicants
We welcome international applicants who have taken or are currently taking any college-level coursework after completing their high school education to apply as a transfer student and finish their degree at DU. Transfer applicants should submit their Common Applications, transcripts, supporting documents, and test scores verifying English proficiency for review.
International transfer applicants must send in their applications and all supplemental documents by the following deadlines:
- Fall Quarter: April 1 priority deadline, June 1 final deadline (late applications are considered on a space-available basis)
- Winter Quarter: Oct. 15
- Spring Quarter: Feb. 1 (limited space; applications are considered on a case-by-case basis)
- Summer Quarter: May 1
We’re excited to welcome you to DU and help you finish strong!