so- and this is totally theoretical- if my friend didn’t realize there was a specification for electronics, requiring they are UL approved… and may have bought an electric kettle for fun and found it was not UL approved but instead is cETL approved which is equivalent to a UL certification should they or should they not remove it from their dorm…..

like would an RSL be able to accept that as an alternative to UL approved or nah?

I’ve seen people online with stats twice as good as mine get rejected from the Engineering school ,so I'm trying to figure out what my realistic chances are for the pure Physics program in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). Will my 1300 SAT (730 Math / 570 RW) and an 8.7/10 GPA be enough to get in?

I applied for spring 2027 transfer on August 21st, and I'm still waiting to hear back on a decision. Does anyone know when I should hear back? Also, does anyone know if I will get in? I got in last semester, but I declined instead of deferring. I have a 3.8 GPA. Just not trying to get my hopes up because I really want to go. I'm applying for environmental design in architecture.

Hello!

My wife is at a conference for a few days here, looking for recommendations for us both and for myself over the next few days

Also, where is best for a good drink and socialising? Everywhere we’ve been so far has been more restaurant vibes. We’re in our late 20’s FYI.

Thank you!

Hey everyone!

I'm planning to apply for a PhD at CU Boulder as an international student.

I'm curious about how much PhD students usually get paid. Is the stipend enough to live comfortably in Boulder?

My main concern is that I have loans in my home country, and I need to pay around $800 every month. Would it be possible to cover my living costs and still make these payments?

If the stipend isn't enough, are there any options to earn extra money? For example, part-time jobs on campus or freelance work?

Btw I am international student. I'd love to hear from current PhD students, especially international students. Thanks!

Does it?!

I know it is early still, but all 4 of us in our apartment on the Hill will be studying abroad Spring 2028. We’d love to re-sign our lease for next year so we can stay here next fall. But the landlord only allows year long leases (subletting is approved). Apartment is huge, 4bed/4bath, in excellent shape and incredibly close to campus.

I'm currently in my freshman year at another college, but plan on transferring schools at the end of the year. CU Boulder is one of my top picks. How do y'all like the Psychology program? I plan on getting my BA here, and then moving back to my home state for my post-grad education, so I would appreciate under-grad insight.

Thank you!!!

Does anyone recognize this bracelet I found?

I get these letters every year. It’s not worth it to me to join, I’ve heard a lot about their scammy nature. But I have to wonder at this point why I’m still getting them, as it’s becoming increasingly ironic considering how terrible I feel about my performance a student now. I haven’t managed to get an A for an overall class in so long. I’m in one of those hard degree programs that makes your grades feel like they’ve become complete garbage.

Nowadays I kinda see myself as one of the “loser” students with particularly bad work in most of my classes, though, so why would I be getting these anymore? Who’s deciding? Is it actually as exclusive as they say, or does being sent these no longer have any reflection whatsoever on how you rank as a student? I’m confused. In the same week I get this letter and the jumpscare of an unexpected 60 on a big project.

Hi everyone! I’m planning to transfer to CU Boulder in Fall 2027 as a sophomore, and I have a few concerns about housing and the social aspect of transferring.
I know housing in Boulder can be competitive and that students typically start looking for apartments pretty early. However, I’m hesitant to seriously look into housing or commit to anything until I know whether I’ve been accepted.
I’m also unsure how to go about finding roommates, especially since I won’t already know many people at CU.
Another concern I have is making friends. Since I won’t be attending as a freshman or living in the dorms, I’m worried it might be harder to meet people and form friendships when other students have already had a year to establish their social circles.

For anyone who has transferred to CU Boulder:

When did you start looking for housing, and how did you navigate that before getting accepted?
How did you find roommates?
Was it difficult to make friends as a transfer student, especially while living off campus?
Do you have any advice or anything you wish you’d known before transferring?
I’d really appreciate any advice or personal experiences!

Hello,

I interviewed for a position early last week and was told during the interview that I would hear back by the end of the week. Naturally, the end of the [business] week has passed and am wondering if receiving a post-final-interview update can often take longer than a week with the CU Boulder staff hiring process, or if my better judgement and instinct are still losing out to my irrational hope.

Any detailed insight on the hiring process in general would also be greatly appreciated.

Edit: I also understand that their may be great variance between departments and their hiring timelines, but I'm just looking for some general experiences to extrapolate from.

saw a post complaining about cu boulder dropping in rankings, didnt check the source but i bet it was based on USNEWS

you can look up all the issues with USNEWS yourself.

please consider this instead: https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/artu

cu will likely be ranked HIGHER this year

example: https://www.shanghairanking.com/universities/university-of-colorado-at-boulder

62 -> 49th place in the WORLD with their weighting

please rid yourself of SEO-maxxxed USNEWS. thank you

Favorite reading spots?

I’m planning on starting the Business Minor next semester at cu boulder, and I’ll be taking BUSM 2010 (Principles of Marketing) and BUSM 2011 (Principles of Management).
I’m currently an Arts & Sciences major with pretty much no business background, so I’m wondering how difficult these classes actually are.
How’s the workload? Are the exams difficult, and is getting an A realistic? I’ve also heard the classes are split into shorter sessions, so I’m curious if that makes them more intense.
Also, how difficult is the business minor overall compared to regular Arts & Sciences classes? Would love to hear anyone’s experience or advice before I start!

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Hey yall! I’m from TN and I‘m a junior looking into CU Boulder because I’m really into competitive rock climbing and I wanna major in math. Seems like the math department is really good. Same goes for the climbing team.

As for the culture, I don’t know much about it at all. Seems pretty outdoorsy, which I like. However, my mom is worried that peer pressure for doing drugs and stuff would be bad (bc it is Boulder, CO after all). Is that actually a big thing on campus or just the town itself? (I’ve been to Boulder a few years ago so yes, I understand how the town itself is.) Also, is Greek life super prominent? Does Greek life dominate the campus culture? I really do not want to get involved in a sorority whatsoever. If I am not in Greek life, will I feel like I’m missing out? Would just joining some clubs I enjoy suffice?

So yeah, if you guys could just inform me as to what the culture is like that would be great! thanks!

I was doing some research and this site shows the average GPA for students who got in is 3.8? Is that right? That’s like two A’s per one B in high school classes. I thought kids with lower grades could get into CU?

im a transfer sophomore and I havent been to 1 party or 1 hangout all year i just rec center and study then scroll my phone repeat everyday Is this anyone else or am i total lost cause. sometimes i get jealous seeing people have fun

Hey everyone

I'm a prospective transfer student looking at Leeds School of Business for Finance.

I'm planning on targeting Commercial Banking FP&A/ Corporate Finance and Credit Analysis.

I had a few questions:

1. Where do most Finance majors from Leeds end up after graduation?
2. How common are Commercial Banking and FP&A roles?
3. Are internships in Commercial Banking and FP&A reasonably accessible through the Leeds recruiting ecosystem?
4. Do most students interested in these careers stay in Colorado/Denver, or do many end up in places like Seattle, the Bay Area, or elsewhere?

I'd especially love to hear from current Finance students, recent graduates, or anyone who has gone through recruiting for Commercial Banking or FP&A. Thanks!

Am I lame asf for going home.. partying for 3 days straight sounds to stressful

looking at making my schedule for next semester and contemplating wheezing that class in was curious what the work load looked like to anyone who had taken it, how the teacher is, that kinda stuff cause as it stands i’m gonna have to either jam 3 back to back classes onto my m/w/f schedule 😵‍💫 or move my genetics class to doom and despair T/W/Th so just wanna know how busy this class looks if i really want to put it into my schedule at all or give it more room than 3 back to back classes etc