Bachelor of Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder

    Bachelor of Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder

    Bachelor of Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder

    The Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Boulder , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on May 15, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Environmental Planning

    The minor in environmental planning allows students to explore the intersection of the natural and social sciences with urban and regional development. Environmental planning facilitates decision-making to carry out urban planning, urban design, land development and natural resource conservation with consideration given to environmental, social, political and economic factors. Environmental planners are central to inspiring more creative and ecologically informed plans and help mitigate the detrimental effects of development.

    •  Learn how to facilitate decision-making to promote environmentally sound growth

    •  Understand the frameworks necessary to achieve sustainable outcomes

    •  Complement your undergraduate studies with a minor

    Our students learn to integrate environmental, social and economic factors into natural resource conservation and urban design.

    Disciplines

    Environmental Design

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder

    Entry Requirements

    First Year Requirements

    Applicants should have a minimum average of 80% on any one of the following Secondary School Leaving Certificates:

    • General Secondary Education Certificate
    • General Secondary School Transcript
    • General Secondary Education Transcript – Credit System

    CU Boulder is test-optional for First-Year applicants graduating high school. If you choose to submit a SAT or ACT score, we will consider it as a part of our holistic review process, evaluating many factors. You will not be at a disadvantage in any way if you don’t submit test scores.

    Transfer Requirements

    • Engineering and Applied Science: Transfer applicants must have taken courses relevant to an engineering curriculum, including at least 2 semesters of college-level calculus along with 2 semesters of calculus-based physics and/or college-level chemistry. Grades in math, science, and engineering courses should be an 80% (B) or above on the U.S. grading scale as well as on the Saudi Arabian grading scale. Overall minimum course average must be an 80% (B) or above on the U.S. grading scale as well as on the Saudi Arabian grading scale.
    • Business: Preference is given to students who have completed finite math (or college algebra), calculus, microeconomics, and macroeconomics. Overall minimum course average must be an 80% (B) or above on the U.S. grading scale, as well as on the Saudi Arabian grading scale.
    • Arts and Sciences: Overall minimum course average must be a 75% (C) or above on the U.S. grading scale, as well as on the Saudi Arabian grading scale.
    • Environmental Design​: Preference is given to students who have taken college-level courses in architecture, planning, or environmental studies. Overall minimum course average must be an 80% (B) or above on the U.S. grading scale, as well as on the Saudi Arabian grading scale.
    • Music: An audition or audition recording is required of all applicants. Overall minimum course average must be an 80% (B) or above on the U.S. grading scale, as well as on the Saudi Arabian grading scale.

    Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirement set by CU Boulder may still receive consideration for their application. Our holistic review process takes several primary and secondary factors into consideration, so it is important to submit a clear and detailed application.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 75

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Environmental Planning

    • Academic Advising Student Leaders
    • ENVD Ambassadors
    • Environmental Design Student Government
    • American Institute of Architecture Students
    • American Planning Association for Students
    • Student Association of Landscape Architects 
    • Designers Without Boundaries
    • Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Environmental Planning at University of Colorado at Boulder

    Step 1: Apply to CU Boulder

    Submit a Common Application. This information is used to determine tuition classification and financial aid eligibility. In the citizenship section, please do the following:

    • Select your citizenship status: Other (Non-US)
    • List of citizenship: Select the country
    • Do you currently hold a valid U.S. Visa? No

    Step 2: Submit all residency documents

    If you completed and submitted the CU Boulder application as above, we will contact you via email to tell you that you may qualify for in-state tuition under the ASSET bill. You will be asked to provide the Office of Admissions with your final, official high school transcript as well as submit a signed affidavit saying you are currently seeking legal status or will seek it as soon as you are eligible. The affidavit is part of the College Opportunity Fund application and can be found on the College Opportunity Fund website. Submit all documents by July 1st.

    If you have previously submitted a College Opportunity Fund and identified as a lawful citizen, you will receive instructions on how to submit a corrected paper COF application from a tuition classification officer in the Office of the Registrar. It is important that you take action on all items to complete the process.

    Step 3: Apply for College Opportunity Fund (COF) and submit affidavit

    Follow the instructions on the CU Boulder Registrar’s website on how to apply for COF, which is a state benefit that reduces the amount of in-state tuition you pay. You will also be able to submit the affidavit mentioned above. Complete the COF affidavit. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button. Continue with the electronic application and affidavit by filling in your birthdate or clicking on the word ‘here’ to fill out a paper affidavit. If you do the paper affidavit, please mail it to College Opportunity Fund, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1700, Denver, CO 80202. Submit by July 1.

    Step 4: Apply for Financial Aid & Scholarships

    ASSET students are eligible for need-based CU Boulder grants including the First Generation grant. 

    ASSET students are eligible for any CU scholarship available to Colorado residents unless U.S citizenship is specifically listed as a requirement. Opportunities include CU Boulder Esteemed Scholarships and scholarships offered through the CU Boulder Scholarship Application. ASSET students can apply for state and university aid each year beginning October 1 by completing the ASSET Financial Aid Application, also referred to as the CASFA.

    Private scholarships can supplement awards from CU Boulder. Visit our scholarship database for both CU Boulder and private scholarship opportunities.

    Step 5: Find resources at CU Boulder

    Admissions
    Natalie Goodman
    [email protected]

    Financial Aid
    Office of Financial Aid
    303-492-5091
    [email protected]

    Registrar 
    Office of the Registrar
    303-492-6970 (option 3)
    [email protected]

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