First-Year Students

Welcome to the DU Community! We’re thrilled to have you join us and want to make sure you feel confident and supported as you prepare to register for your Autumn classes at DU. Our advising period for first-year students runs from July 7th - 17th, 2026. During this time, you can participate in both virtual group advising sessions (recording available) and individual meetings with an Academic Advisor to ensure you’re well-prepared.

Our entire advising team is here to support you through the process. You are not alone! We have a short window of time to assist many new students, so we’ve set up virtual Zoom group advising sessions. These interactive sessions allow you to engage live with Academic Advisors and other first-year students, providing opportunities to meet peers and practice creating your first-quarter schedule with expert guidance.

If you need further assistance after the group session, you may attend a quick question drop in appointment for more detailed help.

Don’t worry—you won’t mess this up! We’re here to help. Feel free to reach out to us at advising@du.edu anytime.

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Important Advising & Registration Dates

Advising Period

First-Year Students: Starting July 7th - 17th, 2026 - Opportunities to participate in virtual group advising in addition to virtual individual meetings with an Academic Advisor.

Registration Period

Registration for Autumn Quarter 2026 for new first year and transfer students is July 20-24, 2026.

***Please note: Registration time tickets are in Mountain Time. Please plan accordingly. Time Zone Converter.

Other Dates & Deadlines

Check the comprehensive Action Items & Important Dates checklist to make sure you’re on track for joining the DU community.

Required Actions before meeting with Academic Advising

  • Complete Discoveries Fall Experience - Academic Advising & Student Success Canvas Module

    The Canvas module (module 2) includes important information about the Common Curriculum, Academic Advising, and registration preparation. Allow at least 2 hours to complete this module. Taking your time with this module will set you up for success at DU!

    Start the Course on Canvas

  • Take the Language Placement Test

    Language Placement test

    • Students who are continuing to study a language they started learning prior to DU take a placement test to determine their starting course level. 
    • Some degree programs are exempt from the language requirement which includes the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and all Engineering degree programs. Students with these declared degree types do not need to take the proficiency placement test.
    • Contact cwlc@du.edu for questions regarding your placement test results. 
  • Review Math Advising Document (Business & STEM Majors)

    Math Advising Document 

    • Document includes recommended math pathways based on major requirements for Business and STEM Major Students.
    • Guidance using prior coursework, standardized test scores, and self-assessed readiness.
    • Non-business and non-STEM students should review AI-Natural Requirements for the Common Curriculum. We encourage you to watch the Common Curriculum video to learn more.
  • Review a sample course plan for your major area of interest

    Sample Course Plans

  • Verify we have received your AP/IB Scores

    AP and IB results are received in large batches starting in mid-July. It can take a couple of weeks to process these scores and award the appropriate transfer credit. 

    To verify you’ve received your transfer credits, please log in to My4D > Student tools widget > My Student Profile > Prior Education and Testing (left-hand side), where your scores are displayed.

    If you have not requested your scores, please see directions below:

    • Request that your AP Scores (if applicable) be sent to DU through the AP Portal (school code is 4842) 
    • IB graduates (if applicable) request your transcripts be sent directly to University of Denver through the IB Portal.
  • Meet with Academic Advising

    After completing the required action items above, you may meet with the Academic Advising team starting July 7th. 

Action Items before Registering for Classes

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Registration & Advising Contact Information

For questions about registration issues including errors, contact imsoconfused@du.edu or call 303-871-4095.

For questions about academic advising or course planning, contact advising@du.edu.