Fall 2025

Reminder: Set Your Security Passphrase (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Reminder: Set Your Security Passphrase (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 08/15/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, to students who were enrolled in Fall 2025 classes and didn't have a security passphrase on file.

Dear [first],

Please take a moment to set an easy-to-remember security passphrase.

Stating your passphrase is the quickest way to verify your identity and get the answers you need when contacting a campus office by phone or in person without a photo ID.

Set Your Security Passphrase (Buff Portal)

Remember: Do not share your security passphrase with anyone.

To allow a parent, guardian, sponsor or other third party to discuss or view parts of your education record, set up FERPA consent to release and/or CU guest access for them.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Please take a moment to set an easy-to-remember security passphrase. When you contact an office by phone or in person without a photo ID, stating your passphrase is the quickest way to verify your identity and get the answers you need.

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Reminder: You're on a Fall 2025 Special Session Class Waitlist (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Reminder: You're on a Fall 2025 Special Session Class Waitlist (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 08/15/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at noon on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, to Main Campus students who were on a waitlist for one or more Main Campus special session classes.

Dear [first],

You're currently on a waitlist for one or more special session classes. While you're on the waitlist:

Because you aren't enrolled in the class, you won't be charged tuition for it and it won't count toward your enrollment status (e.g., full time, half time).
You will, however, appear on the class roster and have access to the online class materials until waitlists are canceled.

Check Your Waitlist Position

On the First Day of Class

Attend the first class meeting and tell the instructor you're on the waitlist. They may be able to advise you on your chances of being enrolled from the waitlist and whether you should continue to attend class meetings.

What Happens Next

If a seat becomes available in your waitlisted class:

Between now and when automatic waitlist enrollment ends, the next eligible waitlisted student will be enrolled automatically. If you’re enrolled automatically, you’ll receive an email confirmation within 24 hours.
After automatic waitlist enrollment ends, 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.

After 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 remained on the waitlist, we'll email you a reminder during the next course reservation period. Additional eligibility requirements may apply and some classes are only offered during certain semesters.

View Special Session Calendars

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Attend the first class meeting and tell the instructor you're on the waitlist. If a seat becomes available, the next eligible waitlisted student will be enrolled automatically.

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FERPA Protections Take Effect for New Students on Thursday, Aug. 21

Anonymous — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000

FERPA Protections Take Effect for New Students on Thursday, Aug. 21 Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 08/15/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2025, to CU Boulder faculty, staff and temporary employees.

Dear faculty and staff,

Student data privacy is everyone's responsibility. The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder have set forth guidelines related to the disclosure of and access to student education records maintained by the university.

FERPA protections go into effect for incoming Fall 2025 students on Thursday, Aug. 21, and remain in effect for continuing and returning students.

Education Records

Any record that directly relates to a student and is maintained by CU (regardless of medium) is classified as an education record. Education records include:

Directory information, which may generally be disclosed to a third party without the written consent of the student, as long as the student hasn't established full privacy. This includes items such as student name, major(s) and minor(s), and participation in officially recognized activities or sports (see Directory Information for a complete list).
Nondirectory information, which is personally identifiable information that may not be disclosed to anyone, including parents, without documented student consent. School officials, including faculty and staff, may only access nondirectory information if they have a legitimate educational interest. This includes sensitive data, such as SSNs, grades and financial information, and class recordings (see below).

Remote & Online Classes

Recordings of lectures or class meetings are considered education records if students’ names or likenesses are displayed or disclosed. You may share these recordings with the class, but not with others without documented consent from each student identified in the recording.

When offering classes through Zoom, plan a secure meeting by requiring authentication and setting a meeting password. Before sharing your screen in class, close all documents or systems displaying personally identifiable information. Accidental sharing of such information is a violation of FERPA.

Students on full privacy (see below) are not treated differently than other students within the physical or virtual classroom. Their name, image and email address may appear on screen and in your learning management system, and you may call on them by name.

Letters of Recommendation

Any disclosure of nondirectory student information (e.g., class performance, grades, abilities, background) to a third party in letters of recommendation or reference calls requires prior documented consent from the student. For full details and a student release form, see Release of Student Recommendations.

Accommodations Related to Disabilities

Students’ disabilities are protected under FERPA. When contacting students in your class to discuss accommodations related to disabilities, you must email students individually or bcc each student email address to avoid a FERPA violation. If you have any questions, please contact Disability Services.

Artifical Intelligence

AI development, its uses and tools are rapidly evolving. AI users at CU Boulder should stay current with campus policies and guidance regarding student data privacy, compliance, security and other AI considerations and implications. See Artificial Intelligence at CU Boulder.

Student Privacy Options & �Թ�� Business Practices

Security Passphrase: Required for verifying the identity of a student who cannot present a photo ID or who is contacting the university by phone. See Confirming a Student's Identity.
FERPA Consent to Release: The online process to authorize release of nondirectory education records to a third party. See FERPA Consent to Release.
CU Guest Access: Allows students to grant read-only online access to select third parties. If a student has established CU guest access for a third party, but not FERPA consent to release, you cannot release any FERPA-protected information. See CU Guest Access.
Full Privacy: An option for students to restrict release of their directory information. These students are identified in Campus Solutions with a red "private" label. If asked for information about a student on full privacy, school officials must tell the requester, "Due to data privacy policies, we are unable to respond to your request."

Advisors may check student privacy settings in Buff Portal Advising or Campus Solutions. Instructors may do so through their class or grade rosters in MyCUInfo's Faculty Center.

Don't hesitate to contact the Office of the Registrar with questions or to request departmental FERPA training. Additional FERPA information is available in Skillsoft and on the Office of the Registrar and U.S. Department of Education websites.

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

The protection of student privacy is everyone's responsibility. The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder have set forth guidelines related to the disclosure of and access to student education records maintained by the university.

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Reminder: You Chose Full Privacy (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Reminder: You Chose Full Privacy (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 08/14/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, to students who were on full privacy and were either enrolled in Fall 2025 classes or were within the allowed undergraduate leave of absence period.

Dear [first],

You elected full privacy by submitting a FERPA nondisclosure form. To protect your information, CU is required by federal law to follow strict procedures when talking about your education record.

Remember You're on Full Privacy

If you want to discuss your education record in person, you must first present a valid photo ID to confirm your identity. If you call, you must say, "I'm on full privacy, and my security passphrase is...."

Tell Your Authorized Third Parties

If you want to authorize a third party (e.g., a parent or guardian) to contact CU on your behalf, use FERPA consent to release to establish an authorization phrase for them. When they contact CU, they must say, "I'm an authorized third party and my authorization phrase is..."

Consider Potential Impacts

CU Boulder won't publish information about your honors or awards, and your name won’t appear in commencement materials.

If a potential employer or university attempts to verify your degree, CU staff must respond, "Due to data privacy policies, we are unable to respond to your request."

Change Your Privacy Status If Needed

To remove full privacy from your record, follow the instructions on our full privacy webpage.

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

You elected full privacy by submitting a FERPA nondisclosure form. To protect your information, CU is required by federal law to follow strict procedures when talking about your education record.

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Faculty & Staff Registration

Anonymous — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Faculty & Staff Registration Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 08/12/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, to CU Boulder faculty, staff and temporary employees.

Dear faculty & staff,

Nondegree faculty and staff can register for CU Boulder Main Campus classes at the start of open enrollment, beginning 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14.

Degree-seeking employees and student dependents using the tuition assistance benefit can register and waitlist during the standard registration periods.

Your Next Steps

Complete the following tasks by the dates indicated:

Submit your tuition assistance benefit application in the employee portal by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 15 (step-by-step instructions). Review the policy statement and potential tax impacts carefully.
Register for your class(es) during your registration period.
If you're an in-state undergraduate, complete the one-time COF application by 5 p.m. on Dec. 5, and authorize the use of COF funds by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 12.

If registering for courses at another CU campus (Denver, Anschutz or Colorado Springs), please adhere to the academic calendar and registration dates for that campus.

For complete information, visit Employee Services' CU Boulder Tuition Assistance page.

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

If you're using the tuition assistance benefit for yourself, register as early as Monday.

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Fall 2025 New Students: Things to Do Before Classes Start

Anonymous — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Fall 2025 New Students: Things to Do Before Classes Start Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 08/08/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, to domestic (not international) Main Campus degree-seeking undergraduate students who were starting their CU Boulder career in Fall 2025.

Dear [first],

Welcome to CU Boulder! To help your first semester go smoothly, please make sure you've completed the following tasks.

___ Clear Your Holds and Complete Your To-Dos

Check your holds and to-dos in Buff Portal for specific action items.

___ Submit Your Final Official Transcript(s)

Final official transcripts should be sent to the Office of Admissions directly from the issuing institution by mail or to transcripts@colorado.edu as soon as they are available. Without your final transcripts, CU won't be able to let you register or apply financial aid to future semesters.

___ Apply for and Authorize the College Opportunity Fund (In-State Undergrads Only)

The College Opportunity Fund (COF) is Colorado's way of financially supporting its in-state undergraduates. There's no limit to the number of in-state undergrads who receive it, and you never have to pay it back. If you haven’t already, complete two steps to opt in: 1) submit the one-time COF application and 2) authorize the use of COF funds. Visit the COF card in Buff Portal to check your COF status, learn how to check a course’s COF eligibility and contact registrar@colorado.edu with any additional questions.

___ Register with Selective Service by Sept. 28 (Males Ages 18–25 Only)

If you were assigned male at birth and are between the ages of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you complete a one-time Selective Service registration. See Register with Selective Service for more information.

___ Grant Parents Access to Education Record

Once classes begin, the university can no longer communicate with parents about your education record, including financial aid information because it’s protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Granting access is optional, but encouraged if your parent is helping you with financial aid. See FERPA Consent to Release for more information.

___ Complete Any Required Loan Documents

If you accepted a federal student loan, be sure to complete the required entrance counseling and Master Promissory Note (MPN).

Have Questions?

Contact us remotely using the links below or visit us in person once you’re on campus—our offices are located on the first floor of the Regent Administrative Center.

Office of Admissions
303-492-6301
admissions@colorado.edu

Office of the Registrar

303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu

Office of Financial Aid

303-492-5091
Contact form

Bursar's Office
303-492-5381
bursar@colorado.edu

To help your first semester go smoothly, make sure you've completed these tasks.

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Fall 2025 Registration Reminder for Graduate Students (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Fall 2025 Registration Reminder for Graduate Students (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 06/26/2025 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 to current graduate students (not law) who took classes in Spring 2025 but hadn't yet registered for Fall 2025.

Dear [first],

Registration is open for Fall 2025, but you haven't enrolled in classes yet. For the best chance to get the classes you want, we encourage you to register as soon as possible.

As a continuing graduate student, you’re able to register now. Registration remains open through open enrollment, which begins Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025.

Working on Your Thesis or Dissertation?

If you’re a master’s or doctoral student working only on your thesis or dissertation, we encourage you to reach out to your faculty advisor to establish a plan for your thesis/dissertation work during the fall semester.

If you have any questions or concerns about registering for your required thesis or dissertation hours, your graduate program assistant can help.

Need Registration Help?

If you're having difficulty choosing classes or navigating registration, follow these steps to keep moving forward.

Reach out to your graduate program assistant or faculty advisor with questions about course selection and thesis hours.
Clear any holds that will prevent you from registering.
Complete your preregistration items.
Build your shopping cart.
If a class is closed, join the waitlist and use drop if enrolled on a backup class.
If a class you need is only offered on another CU campus, consider intercampus enrollment.
Finish enrolling in classes.

Unsure �Թ�� Returning to CU?

CU Boulder is committed to helping you find the best path forward. Don't hesitate to reach out to the following offices for support:

If you need to take a leave from your graduate studies, remember to request a leave of absence. Following this process will allow you to return to your program within the next academic year without reapplying.

We look forward to welcoming you back for Fall 2025!

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Registration is open for Fall 2025, but it doesn’t look like you’ve enrolled in classes yet.

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Status Change: Placed in Nondegree Program (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Status Change: Placed in Nondegree Program (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 06/09/2025 - 01:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Monday, June 9, 2025, to students who were administratively placed in a nondegree program for Summer or Fall 2025.

Dear [first],

Our records indicate that although you graduated from CU Boulder in May, you're registered for one or more Summer or Fall 2025 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 spring 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 | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Our records indicate that although you graduated from CU Boulder in May, you're registered for one or more Summer or Fall 2025 classes in the same degree program.

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Retaking a Class Ineligible for Grade Replacement

Linda Sprouse — Tue, 27 May 2025 15:57:59 +0000

Retaking a Class Ineligible for Grade Replacement Linda Sprouse Tue, 05/27/2025 - 09:57 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We started sending this email on Friday, May 23, 2025, to students who were enrolled in a Fall 2025 class that was evaluated as ineligible for grade replacement.

Dear [first],

According to our records, your enrollment in [Subject] [catalog number] ([section]) in [term] was previously evaluated as eligible for grade replacement.

[Students who are ineligible due to earning a lower grade.]

We’ve evaluated that this class is now ineligible for grade replacement because you earned a lower grade in the latest attempt. (In this situation, grade replacement wouldn’t help improve your cumulative GPA.)

[Students who are ineligible for any reason other than earning a lower grade.]

We’ve evaluated that this class is now ineligible for grade replacement. Some reasons a class may become ineligible for grade replacement include changing to pass/fail, receiving a permanent incomplete grade for retaking a class within one year or the occurrence of an honor code violation. Learn more about grade replacement eligibility requirements.

When you retake a class without grade replacement, the grades from both attempts will be included in your cumulative and major GPAs, credit totals and academic standing.

Visit our website to learn more about grade replacement. If you have questions, please contact us.

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

According to our records, your enrollment in [subject] [catalog number] ([section]) in Fall 2025 was previously evaluated as eligible for grade replacement.

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Last Chance: Registration for Fall 2025 Closes May 22

Linda Sprouse — Fri, 16 May 2025 16:24:45 +0000

Last Chance: Registration for Fall 2025 Closes May 22 Linda Sprouse Fri, 05/16/2025 - 10:24 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, to current undergraduate students who took classes in Spring 2025 and were eligible to register for Fall 2025 (multiple exclusions applied).

Dear [first],

Continuing undergraduate registration for Fall 2025 closes May 22 at 11:59 p.m. After May 22, you will not be able to add or edit your classes until the schedule adjustment period opens July 23.

Waitlist processing for Fall 2025 classes will pause starting May 23 and will resume July 23. For the best chance to get the classes you want, we encourage you to register as soon as possible.

Your enrollment status may affect your eligibility for housing, tuition remission, health insurance, financial aid, loan deferment status, purchasing a CU Sports Pass and more. If you're considering dropping below full-time status, contact the applicable offices to find out how this change could affect you.

Need Registration Help?

If you're having difficulty choosing classes or navigating registration, follow these steps to keep moving forward.

Schedule an advising appointment.
Clear any holds that will prevent you from registering.
Complete your preregistration items.
Build your shopping cart.
If a class is closed, join the waitlist and use drop if enrolled on a backup class.
If a class you need is only offered on another CU campus, consider intercampus enrollment.
Finish enrolling in classes.

Unsure �Թ�� Returning to CU?

CU Boulder is committed to helping you find the best path forward. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us for support.

Office of the Registrar | �Թ�� of Colorado Boulder
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Continuing undergraduate registration for Fall 2025 closes May 22 at 11:59 p.m. After May 22, you will not be able to add or edit your classes until the schedule adjustment period opens July 23.

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Fall 2025

Reminder: Set Your Security Passphrase (Targeted Message)

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Reminder: You're on a Fall 2025 Special Session Class Waitlist (Targeted Message)

On the First Day of Class

What Happens Next

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FERPA Protections Take Effect for New Students on Thursday, Aug. 21

Education Records

Remote & Online Classes

Letters of Recommendation

Accommodations Related to Disabilities

Artifical Intelligence

Student Privacy Options & �Թ��� Business Practices

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Reminder: You Chose Full Privacy (Targeted Message)

Remember You're on Full Privacy

Tell Your Authorized Third Parties

Consider Potential Impacts

Change Your Privacy Status If Needed

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Faculty & Staff Registration

Your Next Steps

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Fall 2025 New Students: Things to Do Before Classes Start

___ Clear Your Holds and Complete Your To-Dos

___ Submit Your Final Official Transcript(s)

___ Apply for and Authorize the College Opportunity Fund (In-State Undergrads Only)

___ Register with Selective Service by Sept. 28 (Males Ages 18–25 Only)

___ Grant Parents Access to Education Record

___ Complete Any Required Loan Documents

Have Questions?

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Fall 2025 Registration Reminder for Graduate Students (Targeted Message)

Working on Your Thesis or Dissertation?

Need Registration Help?

Unsure �Թ��� Returning to CU?

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Status Change: Placed in Nondegree Program (Targeted Message)

Your Next Steps

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Retaking a Class Ineligible for Grade Replacement

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Last Chance: Registration for Fall 2025 Closes May 22

Need Registration Help?

Unsure �Թ��� Returning to CU?

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Student Privacy Options & �Թ�� Business Practices

Unsure �Թ�� Returning to CU?

Unsure �Թ�� Returning to CU?