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Message from the President

Welcome to the University of Colorado. Since 1876, we have been leaders in teaching, learning, service and research that improves lives and often saves lives. Our four campuses offer something for everyone, from renowned undergraduate programs to graduate work and professional degrees in medicine and law, among others. We embrace our mission as a public university and are proud of our role as Colorado’s flagship university. CU advances the economy, health and culture of Colorado and beyond. I invite you to explore our university and all its substantial offerings.

Bruce D. Benson, President

Who we are

Board of Regents

The Regents of the University of Colorado comprise the governing board of the University of Colorado system. Established under Article IX, Section 9 of the Constitution of Colorado, the board has nine voting members serving staggered six-year terms. One regent is elected to represent each of Colorado’s seven congressional districts, with two others elected by the state at large. The board is charged constitutionally with the general supervision of the university and the exclusive control and direction of all funds of and appropriations to the university, unless otherwise provided by law.

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Office of the President

University of Colorado President Bruce D. Benson is the CEO and chief academic officer of the University of Colorado. He oversees a system of four campuses that serve 65,000 students with 35,000 employees.

The University of Colorado advances the economy, health and culture of Colorado and beyond, graduating 424,000 students who have become catalysts in science, business, arts, health and community growth. CU’s four campuses feature top-tier faculty and hands-on learning opportunities in an environment where students thrive.

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Four campuses

At CU Boulder, undergraduate and graduate students put their knowledge to use in areas of study ranging from archaeological finds in the arctic to improving the classroom experience at K-12 to working with NASA to conduct research in space.

CU Colorado Springs, the only graduate research institution in southern Colorado, offers more than 70 degree programs and has strong ties to business and government agencies with leading-edge education in cybersecurity and health care.

CU Denver, located in downtown Denver, offers globally recognized programs in business, engineering, public affairs, computer science, art and digital media, and a wide range of online course and degree offerings.

The CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine and health care through 42 highly rated degree programs including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing and public health.