About the CU System

About the CU System [1]

The University of Colorado is a premier public research university system with four campuses: University of Colorado Boulder, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, University of Colorado Denver and University of Colorado Anschutz.

CU is Colorado’s largest higher education institution. Its alumni and faculty include five Nobel laureates, 10 MacArthur Fellows, 20 astronauts and 21 Rhodes Scholars.

CU By The Numbers

$20 Billion

CU generates $20 billion
in annual economic impact

68,000

Nearly 68,000 students are enrolled at
CU’s campuses each year

28,063

CU has 28,063 faculty
and staff members

48,000

With a workforce of approximately
48,000, CU is one of Colorado’s
top employers

$1.7 Billion

CU researchers secured
$1.7 billion in research funding

300

CU innovations have launched
nearly 300 startups

85%

CU Alumni earn more than state and national average annual earnings

86%

86% of CU alumni live,
work or study in Colorado

Meet Our Students

Discover how a first-generation student is turning challenges into opportunities and making an impact through cancer research.	Learn how theater and service helped a UCCS student find confidence, community and a path to healing.
See how innovative thinking and hands-on research led to a next-gen ankle brace and a stronger future.	Explore how CU students are advancing innovation, opportunity and hands-on learning across Colorado.

Leadership

Board of Regents

The University of Colorado Board of Regents consists of nine members serving staggered six-year terms, one elected from each of Colorado's eight congressional districts and one from 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.

Meet the Regents [2]

The University of Colorado Office of the President

The University of Colorado President is the principal executive and academic officer of the university. The office is responsible for leading the CU system, executing policies established by the Board of Regents, managing system-wide administration, directing the chancellors of CU's four campuses and acting as the university's chief fundraiser and advocate.

Meet the President [3] Meet CU Leadership [4]

Visit Our Campuses

UCCS

UCCS is a residential academic and research mainstay in southern Colorado, partnering with major corporations and federal agencies to provide leading-edge education in areas including cybersecurity, business, theater and nursing outreach programs for rural and underserved areas. UCCS serves approximately 1,400 veteran students each year.

Visit UCCS [5]

CU Denver

CU Denver offers globally recognized programs in business, engineering, public affairs, computer science, art and digital media, and is a leader in sustainability and urban innovation. Located downtown, CU Denver is a commuter campus with nearby housing options and a wide range of online course and degree offerings.

Visit CU Denver [6]

CU Anschutz

CU Anschutz is globally recognized for its research, teaching and clinical programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, physical therapy and nursing. CU Anschutz is also home to University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital Colorado. CU Anschutz's roots reach back more than 100 years, when it opened in Boulder.

Visit CU Anschutz [7]

CU Boulder

CU Boulder is one of the nation’s leading public research universities, offering a broad range of academic programs and a strong tradition of innovation, discovery and creative work. Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, CU Boulder combines world-class teaching and research with one of the most distinctive campus settings in the country.

Visit CU Boulder [8]