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University of Colorado Boulder

Boulder·university

#257

QS Rank

85%

Acceptance rate

32,000

Enrollment

About University of Colorado Boulder

The University of Colorado Boulder is a leading public research university with particular strength in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences. Located in Boulder, Colorado, at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, CU Boulder combines academic excellence with outdoor recreation and environmental consciousness. The university emphasizes research opportunities for undergraduates and maintains strong partnerships with national laboratories. Boulder's vibrant community and outdoor lifestyle create a unique student experience. CU Boulder's engineering and physics programs are nationally recognized, with graduates entering leading companies in aerospace, technology, and energy sectors.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#257
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#251
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#151
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#95

Campus & Location

Province

CO

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,500–2,400/mo. Food: USD 420–650/mo. CO university city; outdoor lifestyle, booming tech startup scene, highly ranked for QoL.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://www.colorado.edu. Information may change — verify with University of Colorado Boulder’s official website before applying.