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The School of Engineering and Computer Science seeks a qualified and diverse student body. We are committed to recruiting students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the engineering and computing professions.

As part of the University of Denver, programs in the School of Engineering and Computer Science are fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In addition, the programs of the Department of Engineering are accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), the sole accreditation authority for engineering programs in the United States. [www.abet.org]

The University of Denver is a selective college.

Average incoming student SAT scores

Middle 50% of test scores--
SAT Critical Reading 550-650

SAT Math 560-670
(SAT average: 1165)

Average incoming student ACT score

Middle 50% of test scores--
ACT 25-30
(ACT average: 26)

Weighted high school GPA

3.47

Students in the School of Engineering and Computer Science can participate in the unique features of the University of Denver.

• Living and Learning residential communities bring students with a common interest together for credit and non-credit academic and learning experiences.
• Study Abroad through the Cherrington Global Scholars program offers students the option of spending one quarter abroad at the normal cost of DU tuition and room and board.
• Service Learning opportunities are incorporated into the syllabi of 60 courses across many disciplines on campus.

Admission requirements

• completed application (online or paper submission)
• SAT or ACT scores
• personal essay
• counselor (required) AND teacher (optional) letters of recommendation
• recommended Hyde Interview
• nonrefundable $50 application fee

Every student who applies to DU is strongly encouraged to participate in an Ammi Hyde interview (named in honor of a DU English professor). These 20-minute interviews, which take place with members of the DU community in 30 cities across the country, are meant to ensure that every admitted student can succeed at DU.

For DU policies on the awarding of advanced standing for completion of AP, IB and college-level transfer courses, please contact the DU Admissions Office.

Entering SECS students are also recommended to have completed certain math and science classes in high school. For more information, please contact the Engineering and the Computer Science departments.

Application deadlines

Nov. 1st (Early Action)

January 15th (Regular Decision)

Financial aid

The cost of attending the University of Denver can be cut dramatically with available financial aid. Each year, DU offers nearly $87 million in both need-based and merit-based scholarships and grants to students. More than 80% of our first year students receive aid in amounts that can in some cases equal the total cost of tuition. For students demonstrating financial need, the average award exceeds $19,900 annually. To ensure the best financial award possible, students are encouraged to complete a financial aid application as soon after January 1st as possible.

Please visit us

If you or your students would like to tour the School of Engineering and Computer Science facilities and meet with our faculty, please contact us.