Finances
Living in ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ is expensive, which can make it difficult to make ends meet on a graduate student stipend. However there are affordable housing options and financial assistanceÌýthat can make it more manageable. Many students, faculty, and staff also choose to live outside of ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ and use their University-provided bus pass ("Eco-pass") to get to campus.Ìý
Affordable Housing in ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½
Non-profit community hoursing development organization that creates affordable, cooperative housing in ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½
Housing for CU ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ students and staff. They houseÌýmany international students, andÌýoffer many events to foster community and resources for those new to the country. The waiting list is often long, especially for moving in at the start of the semester, so apply early!Ìý
Transportation
Provides award-winning, reliable bus and rail service to the Denver metro area (including ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ County and the Denver International Airport).
Financial Assistance
Graduate student awards and grants
Information on CU ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ and regional grants and awards for which students may apply. Of note is the graduate student emergency fund, under Graduate School Awards. This is a one-time, up to $1500 award intended to help with unforseen expenses such as medical emergencies. natural disasters, shelter in a dangerous situation, or travel due to family emergency. Clicking the link downloads the application form.Ìý
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