Thank you for your interest in graduate study at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs! The questions below are designed to answer some of your most frequently asked questions regarding the Graduate School.

If you have a question that is not on the list or would like to speak with someone about the application and admission process, contact the Graduate Student Recruitment Coordinator at (719) 262-3072 or gradinfo@uccs.edu.

Application Process

- How important is the GRE/GMAT/MAT in the application process?
- How do I sign up to take the GRE/GMAT/MAT?
- I have been told to attend a Group Advising Session as part of my application process. How do I know when the Group Advising Sessions are held?
- When are the application deadlines?
- Where can I access a list of Major Codes for my application?
- Whom should I contact for questions about admission requirements?

Course Offerings and Scheduling

- Are there any online courses available?
- How long does each semester last?
- How long will it take me to complete my graduate degree?
- How many classes will I take each semester?
- When are graduate-level courses typically offered?
- When are the start dates for the fall, spring and summer semesters?

Financial Aid and Costs

- Is financial aid available?
- How much will graduate school cost?

General Questions

- How do UCCS graduate programs compare to other graduate programs in the Pikes Peak Region?
- I am an older student or mid-career professional. Is graduate school at UCCS the right fit for me?
- I am not sure which graduate program is right for me. Whom should I speak to?
- Why should I choose UCCS?

Information for Newly Admitted Students

- Is there an orientation for graduate students?
- How will I know what on-campus services are available to me as a graduate student?
- Whom should I contact for academic advising?

Transferring Credits

- Can I get credit for my work experience?
- Will courses taken at other universities transfer to the Graduate School?

Visiting UCCS

- How can I schedule a tour of the campus?
- Where can I park?