Admissions Process
When should I apply?
The ID & Adult Learning program starts twice a year in August and in January. Applications are due no later than May 15th for an August start and no later than November 15th for a January start. For more details, visit the School of Education and Human Development Student Services Program Admissions area.
There isn't time to apply before the deadline. Can I still take classes?
Yes. If you cannot complete your application by the deadline, you can start the program (up to nine credit hours) as a non-degree student by completing this non-degree application. Your non-degree courses will count towards the degree but you must complete, your official applications by the next deadline. Please contact one of our ILT faculty before your start your non-degree course work, to insure you are taking the right courses.
How do I apply?
To apply for admission, contact the Student Services Center to obtain an Application for Graduate Admission package from Student Services. Or download the forms from the School of Education and Human Development Web site. International students should also consult to the UC Denver's International Student Information Web site.
Contact the advisor of the program you're interested in starting, indicate your interest and follow up with any questions or concerns.
What will I need for the Graduate Application?
The School of Education and Human Development uses a single-packet admissions process: you collect all your admissions materials and deliver a single, complete packet to Student Services.
Before your application packet can be reviewed, it must contain these materials:
- Application for Graduate Admission Part I (.pdf), In-state tuition classification (.pdf) (Colorado residents must complete)
- Non-refundable Application Fee of $50.00. Check or money order payable to the University of Colorado Denver. Cash cannot be accepted.
- Current resume, including education and recent work history
- Written statement of intent (.pdf)
- Two additional writing samples. These can be articles, chapters, research papers, curriculum materials you've written that reflect your interests and display your writing skills.
- Two official transcripts from every university/college you have attended. Have the transcripts mailed directly to you, but don't open them. Transcripts must remain sealed when submitted to the Student Services Center office. An exception is made for certified teachers: If you are licensed to teach in Colorado or another state, provide a photocopy of the license and submit only transcripts from:
- all institutions granting previous degrees;
- institutions where you took courses you wish to transfer into this program.
- Three Letters of Recommendation (.doc) from professors or other professionals who can to evaluate your potential for success.
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Scores. You do not need GRE scores if you:
- have an undergraduate GPA greater than 2.75; OR
- have 24 hours of graduate level coursework (not post-baccalaureate) at 3.0 or above; OR
- already hold a graduate degree.
Deliver your admissions packet to:
Student Services Center
School of Education and Human Development
University of Colorado Denver
Campus Box 106, P.O. Box 173364
Denver, Colorado 80217-3364
Voice: 303-315-6300
Fax: 303-315-6311
E -mail: education@cudenver.edu
Print this application requirements list for future reference.
Name changes: If you have attended school under a name other than your current one, please list that name on the Part 1 in the area titled Names. This includes any maiden or adopted names, married names, or other name changes. Failure to list other names could result in significant delay of processing of your application.
What happens after I'm admitted?
You will be assigned an advisor. Together with your advisor, you will determine a timeline for completing your courses.