University of Colorado Boulder Military & Veteran Support Programs

University of Colorado Boulder is a 4-year university located in Boulder, CO. Students can enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree programs.

University of Colorado Boulder offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• University of Colorado Boulder has GI Bill® approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP 
• Does not award credit for the DSST exams
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• University of Colorado Boulder is a Yellow Ribbon school
• University of Colorado Boulder is a MyCAA approved school

Is the University of Colorado Boulder a GI Bill® approved school?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder is a GI Bill® approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill®.

Is the University of Colorado Boulder a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does the University of Colorado Boulder offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder offers Yellow Ribbon funding for master’s programs.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred advanced degree program is in fact covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

Does the University of Colorado Boulder offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

No, the University of Colorado Boulder does not offer a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans.

What are University of Colorado Boulder’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $250.00 per credit hour University of Colorado Boulder’s tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250.00 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are University of Colorado Boulder’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $250.00 per credit hour University of Colorado Boulder’s online tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250.00  per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does the University of Colorado Boulder offer online degree programs?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder offers online degree programs. 

Is the University of Colorado Boulder approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance.

Does the University of Colorado Boulder offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder has master’s degree programs covered by Tuition Assistance funding.  

Eligible active military students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket.  You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance.

Is the University of Colorado Boulder a military-friendly school?

The University of Colorado Boulder is considered military-friendly. It features a veteran counselor on campus, offers credit for military service, and is a Yellow Ribbon School. In addition, the school is approved for tuition assistance and offers a reduced tuition rate for the military.

Is the University of Colorado Boulder a MyCAA school?

Yes, the University of Colorado Boulder is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school.

Message from University of Colorado Boulder

The university offers military, veteran, and their dependents’ support through a multitude of avenues. The university offers credit for military experience as well as for CLEP exam scores.

Financial support includes participating in the DoD’s Tuition Assistance and Yellow Ribbon Programs as well as offering scholarships specifically for military members.

CU Boulder’s Veteran Ambassador Program (VAP) offers the opportunity for new student veterans to connect with other student veterans (Ambassadors) who have already completed a few years at CU Boulder. The Ambassadors will also go to you if they come across information that they believe can help ease your way through your first semester. Their Summer Bridge Program assists student veterans in acclimating to the CU Boulder campus while enhancing math, writing, and research skills in an intensive and supportive academic environment.

The CU-Boulder Office of Veteran & Military Affairs, (VMA) is a one-stop shop for all programs, policies, pay, information, resources and support for prospective and current student veterans and veteran dependents. VMA understands that veterans and military members living, working, and receiving their education at CU-Boulder are a valued and vital component of our campus community. We recognize and honor their sacrifices and value their life experiences as they broaden the diversity of our staff, faculty and student body.