Graduate Academics
At the Â鶹Çø, graduate education is defined by nationally renowned programs, world-leading faculty, and unsurpassed professional development opportunities. Offering small cohorts and hands-on experiential learning, DU sets you up for success—over 80% of master's and doctoral students are employed within six months after graduation.
With top-ranked graduate programs across a variety of fields—from natural and social sciences to business, education, engineering, public affairs, and more—a DU graduate education is designed to be both rigorous and flexible. Whether you study on campus or online, you’ll deepen your expertise and explore new ideas alongside classmates invested in changing the world for the better.
Why DU
Come to Denver for your studies, and find a lifestyle that meets your interestsÌý
It's all about location. Enjoy the amenities and cultural experiences of a major city or get away to recreate at Colorado's favorite mountain destinations.
Take a break and enjoy the Colorado lifestyle
Learn all week and explore Colorado's most popular hiking, biking, or skiing destinations on the weekends. The Denver metro area is home to the nation’s most extensive urban bike trail system, 300+ urban and mountain parks, and 300 days of sunshine per year.
Establish your career in Colorado
Find your next career through networking and internship opportunities from the Center for Professional Development. The Denver metro's economy is vibrant with companies in technology, business, construction, healthcare, and more. In fact, 49% of DU alumni stay in Colorado after graduation.Ìý
Connect With Your College of Interest
200+ Doctoral, master’s and graduate certificate programs
$50m+ Grants and scholarships awarded to graduate students
81% Full-time employment rate 6 months after graduation
Research for the Public Good
At the Â鶹Çø, research drives progress for the public good. Faculty across disciplines are tackling real-world challenges with innovative, human-centered solutions: improving maternal mental health, supporting foster youth, advancing cancer detection and treatment, promoting financial security for older adults, and much more. Whether it’s through cutting-edge technology, community partnerships, or policy change, DU’s research empowers individuals, families, and communities to thrive.
Explore Graduate Programs
DU offers over 120 graduate programs across 10 schools and colleges, ranging from business, entrepreneurship, and international politics to the natural and social sciences.
Everything You Want to Know Before Starting Grad School at DU
Finish your graduate degree
We accept transfer credits for graduate coursework. Speak with an admissions counselor for a degree audit for your program of interest.
Navigate your way as an international student
Work closely with our staff at the Office of Graduate Education for everything from visa application steps to arrival information for Denver.
Study online or on-campus
We have a variety of graduate programs, online and on-campus. Interact with other students through our Canvas learning platform, or in small classroom environments.
Join the DU Network
With over 150,000 alumni living across all 50 states and 145 countries, connections and opportunities are limitless.