Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out who my advisor is?

Your assigned CLAS Advisor is listed under your profile icon in your CU Denver student portal. If you are a continuing student with a major in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and do not see an assigned advisor listed, please call 303-315-7100.  

Do I need to schedule an appointment with my advisor or can I just walk-in?

CLAS Advising offers different types of appointment availability.  Please review the types of availability here.

I have questions about my major, minor, and/or certificate requirements. Whom do I meet with to answer my questions?

In order to determine the requirements of your major or minor, you will need to meet with your Major and/or Minor Advisors.

REMINDER: major & minor advisors are not assigned.  Please click here for Major & Minor Advisors contact information. 

If you have questions related to your CU Denver Core requirements or CLAS Graduation requirements, please contact your assigned CLAS Academic Advisor. 

I want to change my major, do I need to meet with my advisor?

If you currently have a major declared within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and would like to declare a new or additional major in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you do not necessarily need to meet with your CLAS Advisor. You may complete the Major/Minor Change Form and submit the completed form to the front desk of the CLAS Advising Office. However, you are encouraged to meet with the major advisor within the major department to discuss the requirements of your new major. 

I am undeclared and seeking to declare a CLAS major. What is my next step?

If you are currently undeclared and seeking to declare a CLAS major, you will need to meet with a CLAS Advisor in a scheduled 30-minute appointment. They will be able to answer any questions, assist with the necessary paperwork, and process the change within the system. Please contact the CLAS Advising Office to schedule an appointment. You are encouraged to meet with the major advisor within the major department prior to making this change to determine the major requirements and discuss possible concentrations or sub-plans. 

I am currently enrolled at another school or college at CU Denver and am seeking to add or change to a CLAS major. What is my next step?

If you are currently declared in a major within a different College at CU Denver but wishing to switch into or add a CLAS major, please download the Intra-university Transfer (IUT) form. Once you are ready to submit your major change, you'll need to meet with a CLAS Advisor to submit the IUT form. Please contact the CLAS Advising Office. Please note that for IUT forms submitted after the current term census date, the CLAS major will not become active in the system until the following term.​​

When can I register for classes for next semester?

Open enrollment dates can be found on the Registrar's website.  Follow these steps to find your specific enrollment date and time:

  • Sign into UCD Access
  • Click on Academics in your Student Center 
  • Click on Term Information
  • Click on Find Enrollment Dates
  • Select the upcoming semester and click Continue
There is a hold on my account preventing me from registering. How do I get this hold removed?

For assistance removing holds from your account, follow these steps:

  • Sign into UCD Access
  • Click on Tasks-Holds in your Student Center 
  • If you have any holds on your account, click on the hold title
  • Read the instructions for how to remove the hold(s) or reach out to the office responsible for the hold for assistance  
How many credits can I take per semester?

You are allowed to take a maximum of 18 credit hours in fall and spring, and a maximum of 12 credit hours in the summer. Requests for an overload (taking more than the maximum allowed) must be approved by your academic advisor and are based on specific criteria (such as GPA, enrollment history/success). 

When is the last day I can add classes?

Please reference the CU Denver Academic Calendar to review important registration deadlines including the add/drop deadline. During the add/drop period some classes may require instructor consent. For classes that require instructor consent, use the Schedule Adjustment Form to register.

When is the last day I can drop classes?

Please reference the CU Denver Academic Calendar to review important registration deadlines including the add/drop and withdraw deadlines. 

How do I apply for graduation?

Please click here for more information and see the information below:

  • Apply before census date of the term which you intend to graduate

  • Login to the UCD Access Portal.

  • Select “Academics” from the Student Center box (toward the center of the screen).

  • Select the “Apply for Graduation” option.

  • On the graduation form, make sure to provide the correct address to which you want your diploma to be mailed.

How do I determine if I am eligible to graduate?
  • Please follow the steps outlined here.