Fall 2026

Fall 2026 Full-Semester Waitlists Canceled, 9/8

Anonymous — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Fall 2026 Full-Semester Waitlists Canceled, 9/8 Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 09/08/2026 - 00:00 Systems & Data Services Team

Related Communications to Students

"Reminder: You're on a Fall 2026 Class Waitlist," 8/18/2026
"Reminder: You're on a Fall 2026 Special Session Class Waitlist," 8/14/2026

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, we canceled (a.k.a., purged) the waitlists for Fall 2026 Main Campus Boulder full-semester (Session B) classes. Waitlists for Colorado Mesa (Session BMU) classes were canceled on Thursday, Sept. 3.

Waitlists for Boulder Law full-semester (Session BLW) classes will be canceled on Wednesday, Sept. 9 and waitlists for Western Colorado (Session BWU) classes will be canceled on Friday, Sept. 11.

To request a snapshot of the students who were still on a class waitlist when it was canceled, please email regsystemsdata@colorado.edu. The report also includes students who were waitlisted for more than one section of a class or who were waitlisted for one section but enrolled in another.

As a reminder, students who remain on the waitlist through the cancellation date lose access to the class's online materials and no longer appear on the class roster; however, they may be eligible for course reservation the next time that course is offered.

If you have a question about waitlist functionality or a particular student’s enrollment, please email registrar@colorado.edu.

Additional waitlist cancellation dates are published on our web calendars:

On Sept. 8, we canceled the waitlists for full-semester sessions B. To request a snapshot of students who were still on the waitlist, email regsystemsdata@colorado.edu.

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Status Change: Placed in Nondegree Program (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Status Change: Placed in Nondegree Program (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 09/04/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at noon on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, to students who were administratively placed in a nondegree program for Fall 2026.

Dear [first],

Our records indicate that although you graduated from �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder in August, you're registered for one or more Fall 2026 classes in the same degree program.

Students who've graduated from a degree program aren't allowed to take additional courses in that program; therefore, we've placed you in a nondegree program for fall semester. You're still enrolled in your classes.

Note: If you received an undergraduate degree but are still completing requirements for an additional major, please contact your advisor.

Your Next Steps

Enrollment changes like this one may result in an adjustment to your bill and financial aid package. Check your tuition and fee balance in Buff Portal and visit the Continuing Education website or meet with an advisor to learn more about nondegree tuition and fees.

As a nondegree student, you'll register for Main Campus classes through ACCESS in the future. If you wish to pursue another degree, you may:

Apply to pursue another undergraduate degree.
Apply to pursue a graduate degree (contact the department offering the degree).

If you have questions about why this change occurred, please contact the Office of the Registrar.

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Our records indicate that although you graduated from �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder in August, you're registered for one or more Fall 2026 classes in the same degree program.

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Colorado Residency Reminder (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Colorado Residency Reminder (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 09/03/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, to first-semester graduate and law students who were classified as nonresidents for tuition purposes.

Dear [first],

According to our records, you're currently classified as a nonresident (out-of-state) for tuition purposes. As a graduate or law student, you may be eligible to petition for a change to resident (in-state) tuition classification for Fall 2027 if you moved to Colorado on or before August 18, 2026, and you complete the required steps outlined below.

Domicile refers to your true, fixed and permanent home. Establishing domicile requires:

Physical presence (living in Colorado)
Severing legal ties to your previous state
Establishing legal ties to Colorado in a timely manner after your move

Your Next Steps to Qualify for Fall 2027

If you moved to Colorado on or before August 18, 2026, and you plan to petition for in-state tuition for Fall 2027:

Establish Legal Ties to Colorado as Soon as Possible
- Obtain a Colorado driver's license or state ID within 120 days of moving.
- Change your voter registration to Colorado if you are a registered voter.
- Register your vehicle in Colorado within 180 days of moving.
- File income taxes as a Colorado resident.
  
  We strongly encourage you to review our Adult Residency Petition Information, graduate student video and graduate student handout for full requirements. It is your responsibility to ensure all criteria are met.
Submit Your Petition
- Submit your completed Adult Residency Petition between March 1, 2027 and July 16, 2027 (5 p.m.). Please mark this deadline on your calendar.
- Failure to meet required steps or deadlines will result in denial of your petition, and you will continue to be assessed out-of-state tuition. Maintaining legal ties to another state will also result in denial.

If you moved after August 18, 2026, you may be eligible to petition for a change to resident classification for Spring 2028 or another future term. See our website for dates and deadlines related to other upcoming terms.

If you have questions about your individual situation, please contact the Tuition Classification Office at tuitclass@colorado.edu.

Considerations for International Students & WRGP Participants

International students with student visas (e.g., F-1, F-2, H-3, J-1, M-1, M-2) do not typically qualify for in-state tuition and should not submit a petition without first contacting the tuition classification office at tuitclass@colorado.edu.

Graduate students who qualify for in-state tuition rates under the Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) should not make changes to their domicile and should not petition for in-state tuition. WRGP applies to select academic programs only.

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 (option 3) | tuitclass@colorado.edu

As a graduate or law student, you may be eligible to petition for in-state residency for Fall 2027, provided you established physical presence in Colorado on or before Aug. 18, 2026, and take the necessary steps to establish legal ties by the time periods outlined below.

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We've Extended Your COF Lifetime Hour Limit (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

We've Extended Your COF Lifetime Hour Limit (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 08/28/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, to students whose COF lifetime limit was extended on their behalf.

Dear [first],

We noticed that you've exhausted your allotted 145 lifetime hours of COF funding toward your degree.

On your behalf, we've granted you an institutional extension that allows your COF funding to continue through Summer 2027. You don't need to take any additional action at this time. This semester's COF hours will be applied to your bill within 48 to 72 hours.

To Apply for Additional COF Hours

If you need COF hours beyond Summer 2027, you may submit a Colorado Commission on Higher Education waiver request to ask for additional hours.

To Postpone This Extension

To postpone this COF lifetime limit extension until your next semester of enrollment, email the COF support team by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026.

Please be aware that if you postpone the extension, you'll be responsible for paying the portion of this semester's tuition typically covered by COF funds.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

On your behalf, �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder has granted you an institutional waiver that allows your COF funding to continue through Summer 2027.

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Residency Petition Closed (Targeted Message)

Linda Sprouse — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:53:24 +0000

Residency Petition Closed (Targeted Message) Linda Sprouse Thu, 08/27/2026 - 09:53

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, to students whose incomplete Summer 2026 residency was closed due to inaction.

Dear [first],

We have reviewed the petition you submitted for Summer 2026. As part of our review, we requested additional documentation or clarification by email and added a to-do item in Buff Portal.

Because we did not receive the required documentation by the applicable deadline, we are unable to complete review of your petition. Your petition for Summer 2026 has been closed and will not be processed further. Petition closures are final and may not be appealed.

If you believe that you qualify for in-state tuition classification, you are welcome to submit a new petition for a future term. A new petition must be submitted within the published deadlines.

Please see our tuition classification for current students webpage for information about petitioning for a future terms.

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 (option 3) | tuitclass@colorado.edu

We have reviewed the petition and supporting documents you submitted for Summer 2026. After our initial review, we requested additional documentation or clarification regarding your residency petition. As you did not submit the required documentation, your petition is now closed and will no longer be processed.

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You're Still on a Waitlist; Here's What Happens Next (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:26:31 +0000

You're Still on a Waitlist; Here's What Happens Next (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 08/26/2026 - 10:26 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, to students who were still on a waitlist for one or more Fall 2026 Main Campus full-semester classes.

Dear [first],

You're still on a waitlist for one or more full-semester Main Campus classes.

Check Your Waitlist Position

What Happens Next

If a seat becomes available in your waitlisted class:

Between now and Aug. 28 at 5 p.m., the next eligible waitlisted student will be enrolled automatically. If you're enrolled automatically, you'll receive an email confirmation within 24 hours.
Between Aug. 29 and Sept. 7, contact the department offering the class to see if their policies allow them to enroll you manually. If not, you may want to remain on the waitlist so you're eligible for course reservation, which can guarantee you a seat the next time the course is offered.

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, waitlists are canceled. If you still aren't enrolled, you'll lose access to the class's online materials and be removed from the class roster. If you're eligible for course reservation, we'll email you a confirmation of your eligibility at the start of the next course reservation period.

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Automatic enrollment ends on Aug. 28; waitlists are canceled on Sept. 8.

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Fall 2026 Main Campus Academic Dates & Deadlines

Anonymous — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Fall 2026 Main Campus Academic Dates & Deadlines Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 08/26/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, to Main Campus, degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students who were either enrolled in Fall 2026 classes or were eligible to enroll.

Law students should refer to the Colorado Law calendar.

Dear [first],

Welcome to the 2026–27 academic year at �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder! Please keep in mind the following key dates. Deadlines occur at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time unless otherwise noted.

These dates apply to Main Campus classes that follow the full-semester start and end dates (Aug. 20–Dec. 11, 2026). For other calendars, see our academic calendar webpage.*

Monday, Sept. 7

Labor Day holiday (no classes; university closed)

Tuesday, Sept. 8

Waitlists are canceled. Students still on the waitlist lose access to that class's online materials, but may be eligible to reserve a seat in the course the next time it's offered.

Thursday, Oct. 8

Midsemester reading day (no classes).

Tuesday, Oct. 27

Last day for class withdrawal; W notations will apply.
Last day to change pass/fail grade mode.

Monday, Nov. 23–Friday, Nov. 27

Fall break (no classes; university closed Nov. 26 & 27).

Friday, Dec. 4

Last day of classes.
Classes follow a Monday schedule.
Last day to withdraw from the semester.
Last day to submit the late class withdrawal petition form.

Saturday, Dec. 5–Sunday, Dec. 6

End of term reading days (no classes or exams).

Monday, Dec. 7–Friday, Dec. 11

Final exams.

* If you’re enrolled in any class that doesn’t meet for the full semester, it’s a special session class. Special session classes follow different deadlines than full-semester classes (view the special session calendar). To check the session and view key dates for one of your classes, go to the Your Classes card in Buff Portal. Select a class to view session information and the “Drop/Swap/Edit This Class” button for related deadlines.

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Welcome to the 2026–27 academic year at �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder! Here are the Main Campus academic dates most likely to affect you.

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COF Error: Submit Your Missing SSN (Targeted Message)

Linda Sprouse — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0000

COF Error: Submit Your Missing SSN (Targeted Message) Linda Sprouse Tue, 08/25/2026 - 01:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on the following dates to students who need to provide their Social Security number (SSN) to College Assist in order to receive COF funds for Fall 2025:

7:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026

Dear [first],

Your College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend can't be applied to your bill because you didn't include your Social Security number (SSN) in your COF application.

COF was created by the Colorado Legislature to pay a portion of total in-state tuition for eligible undergrads. There's no limit to the number of students who receive it, and you never have to pay it back.

To Correct Your Record

To resolve this error, follow our step-by-step instructions to update your record by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4, 2026.

Do not email anything containing your SSN. Doing so could put you at high risk for identity theft.

We'll securely send your information to College Assist. Once the error is resolved, follow our instructions to authorize COF by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Email Authenticity

Official communications from our office are also available on our website. To find a specific announcement, go to the �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder Office of the Registrar site and click "Students," then "Announcements."

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Your College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend can't be applied to your bill because you didn't include your Social Security number (SSN) in your COF application.

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COF Error: Resolve Your SSN Mismatch (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

COF Error: Resolve Your SSN Mismatch (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 08/25/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on the following dates to students who needed to correct a name error in order to receive COF funds for Fall 2026.

7:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026

Dear [first],

Your College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend can't be applied to your bill because the Social Security number (SSN) in your �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder record doesn't match the one in your COF application.

COF was created by the Colorado Legislature to pay a portion of total in-state tuition for eligible undergrads. There's no limit to the number of students who receive it, and you never have to pay it back.

To Correct Your Record

To resolve this error, follow our step-by-step instructions to update your record by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4, 2026.

Do not email anything containing your SSN. Doing so could put you at high risk for identity theft.

Once you receive an email confirming that your record was updated, follow our online instructions to authorize COF by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Email Authenticity

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

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COF Error: Resolve Your Name Mismatch (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

COF Error: Resolve Your Name Mismatch (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 08/25/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on the following dates to students who needed to correct a name error in order to receive COF funds for Fall 2025.

7:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026

Dear [first],

Your College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend can't be applied to your bill because the name you provided to �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder doesn't exactly match the name in your COF application.

To Correct Your Record

To resolve this error, follow our step-by-step instructions to update your record by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4, 2026.

Once you receive an email confirming your record was updated, follow our online instructions to authorize COF by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Email Authenticity

Office of the Registrar | �鶹��Ѱ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Your College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend can't be applied to your bill because the name you provided to �鶹��Ѱ��Boulder doesn't exactly match the name in your COF application.

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Fall 2026

Fall 2026 Full-Semester Waitlists Canceled, 9/8

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Status Change: Placed in Nondegree Program (Targeted Message)

Your Next Steps

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Colorado Residency Reminder (Targeted Message)

Your Next Steps to Qualify for Fall 2027

Considerations for International Students & WRGP Participants

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We've Extended Your COF Lifetime Hour Limit (Targeted Message)

To Apply for Additional COF Hours

To Postpone This Extension

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Residency Petition Closed (Targeted Message)

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You're Still on a Waitlist; Here's What Happens Next (Targeted Message)

What Happens Next

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Fall 2026 Main Campus Academic Dates & Deadlines

Friday, Aug. 28

Tuesday, Sept. 1

Friday, Sept. 4

Saturday, Sept. 5

Monday, Sept. 7

Tuesday, Sept. 8

Thursday, Oct. 8

Tuesday, Oct. 27

Monday, Nov. 23–Friday, Nov. 27

Friday, Dec. 4

Saturday, Dec. 5–Sunday, Dec. 6

Monday, Dec. 7–Friday, Dec. 11

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COF Error: Submit Your Missing SSN (Targeted Message)

To Correct Your Record

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COF Error: Resolve Your SSN Mismatch (Targeted Message)

To Correct Your Record

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COF Error: Resolve Your Name Mismatch (Targeted Message)

To Correct Your Record

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