Tell a stranger on an airplane that you're from Denver and you're likely to hear, 'wow, gorgeous city.' Tell a friend that you're going to Denver for the weekend, and you'll get a jealous, 'I hear it's amazing!' Denver has a good rep, and if you're considering earning your degree at a Denver college or university, the good news is that everything you've heard is true. Resting right at the base of the majestic Rockies, Denver is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Easy access to ski resorts, 90 or so golf courses, and hundreds of miles of paved bike paths with hundreds more miles of unpaved ones for more rugged types are just the beginning of the story. Hiking, camping, kayaking' the... Read More

Tell a stranger on an airplane that you're from Denver and you're likely to hear, 'wow, gorgeous city.' Tell a friend that you're going to Denver for the weekend, and you'll get a jealous, 'I hear it's amazing!' Denver has a good rep, and if you're considering earning your degree at a Denver college or university, the good news is that everything you've heard is true. Resting right at the base of the majestic Rockies, Denver is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Easy access to ski resorts, 90 or so golf courses, and hundreds of miles of paved bike paths with hundreds more miles of unpaved ones for more rugged types are just the beginning of the story. Hiking, camping, kayaking' the list goes on. Of course you'll be studying, but everyone needs study breaks! If a study break in the splendor of nature isn't calling your name, Denver's colleges and universities put you smack dab in the middle of some of the finest culture in the west. Museums, galleries, the city's gorgeous performing arts center ' it's all at your fingertips. And for a real night on the town, there's LoDo, Denver's oh-so-hip downtown historic district, where live music, clubs, and breweries galore line the streets. Of course, the real draw of earning your degree in Colorado's capital city is the strength of Denver's colleges and universities themselves. With so many schools in such close proximity, you'll have opportunities not just on your campus, but on the campuses of nearby schools, exponentially increasing your access to resources. Hide