Undergraduate Certificate Admission
An Undergraduate Certificate is ideal for those with a high school diploma seeking new skills or an undergraduate credential that can lead to a bachelor’s degree, or those who already hold a bachelor’s and want to add new skills to their repertoire.
MOST STUDENTS RECEIVE A 28% SCHOLARSHIP
No scholarship application required
Admission Requirements
Candidates for Undergraduate Certificates through the College of Professional Studies are evaluated based on the following criteria:
- High school diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma (GED)
No Standardized Tests
The College of Professional Studies does not require SAT or ACT scores because we believe testing doesn’t predict success. As a professional, your experience speaks volumes and our other admission criteria paints a better picture of your potential.
Application Deadlines
At the College of Professional Studies, applications are accepted throughout the year with four deadlines. Submit your online application by the deadlines outlined below to start in your preferred enrollment term.
| Enrollment Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Summer 2025 | May 2, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 | August 1, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | November 21, 2025 |
You can expect a decision via email within two to three weeks after submitting a completed application.
At College of Professional Studies, applications are accepted throughout the year with four deadlines. Submit your online application by the deadlines outlined below to start in your preferred enrollment term. The application deadline for international applicants is earlier to accommodate the extra steps required for evaluation.
| Enrollment Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | May 5, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | September 8, 2025 |
| Spring 2026 | December 8, 2025 |
You can expect a decision via email within four to six weeks after submitting a completed application.
Application Checklist
Application Form
Applicants must complete the application online.
Application Fee
The $50 application fee is currently being waived for all applicants. The fee waiver will automatically be assigned once your application is submitted.
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Official high school transcript with graduation date, official verification of the High School Equivalency Diploma (GED), or an official college transcript with credits earned after high school graduation is required. In order to be considered "Official” college transcripts must be sent electronically by the issuing college or university using a third-party agency to PSCtranscript@DU.edu. High school transcripts can be sent through Naviance or by the issuing high school to PSCtranscript@DU.edu. GED scores/documentation should be sent directly from the GED testing service to PSCtranscript@DU.edu. Official transcripts may also be sent via postal mail in an unopened envelope that has been sealed by the issuing high school, testing service, or university.
Official transcripts can be sent to:
College of Professional Studies
University of Denver
Attn: Admission
2211 South Josephine Street
Denver, CO 80208
Résumé
Submit a résumé via the application status page listing your current employer(s) and professional experiences.
Application Form
Applicants must complete the application online.
Application Fee
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Official high school transcript with graduation date, official verification of the High School Equivalency Diploma (GED), or an official college transcripts with credits earned after high school graduation is required. In order to be considered "Official" transcripts must be sent via postal mail in an unopened envelope that has been sealed by the issuing university.
Official transcripts can be sent to:
College of Professional Studies
University of Denver
Attn: Admission
2211 South Josephine Street
Denver, CO 80208
If transcripts are issued in a language other than English, an official, certified translation must accompany the original-language transcript.
English Proficiency
Résumé
The admission committee reserves the right to request a phone interview, letters of recommendation, or other relevant documentation when reviewing an admission application. Applications and fees are valid for the term for which you have applied, after which point you may be asked to submit an updated application and fee to re-activate your application file. All materials submitted as part of any application for admission to the University of Denver become property of the University of Denver. Materials will not be copied, returned, or released to the applicant or any third party.
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