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Admissions General Information

We are pleased that you are applying for admission to Metropolitan State University of Denver. To ensure timely notification, be sure to fill out the application completely and submit all required documentation.

If you are admitted but do not choose to enroll for the stated term, your file will remain active for one year. After that time a new application, fee and required credentials must be resubmitted.

The University offers services for disabled students through the Disability Services Office. For information, call 303-556-8387 or TTY 303-556-8484.

The University uses two categories for classifying applicants: those who are 19 years old or younger and those who are 20 or older.

Based on the University’s modified open admission system, each category has its own admission requirements and procedures. Complete admission requirements may be found in the currentUniversity Catalog.

Applicants holding temporary visas should fill out the International Student Application for Admission which must be completed instead of this application. The International Student Application details specific requirements applicable to international students.

Visit the Admissions websitefor detailed information.

CLEP: College Level Exam Program

Students at MSU Denver can earn up to 30 credits of general studies and up to 60 credits through CLEP. Each test is $80 (paid to CLEP), which students will pay for when they register through our office. In addition, we will be charging an administrative fee of $25 (waived for active duty military per CLEP policy), paid when the student arrives at their testing time. CLEP testing for veterans (on the GI Bill) is currently paid for by the GI Bill. For more information, contact the Office of Testing Services.

For details regarding HEaT, contact the department directly (see right)

School of Hospitality, Events and Tourism

Metropolitan State University of Denver

School of Hospitality, Events and Tourism

P.O. Box 173362

Campus Box 60

Denver, CO 80217-3362

Phone: (303) 556-3152

Fax: (303) 556-556-8046

Academic Advising

Schedule an appointment, meet with an advisor, and determine your next steps.

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Scholarships

Most School of Hospitality Scholarships can be earned through the MSU DenverScholarship Office. You will also need to fill out your up to dateFAFSA.These two items are often required before you can apply for any School of Hospitalityscholarship. Any additional scholarships that require a unique application outside of the MSU Denver Scholarship Office, will be listed below.

MSU Denver Scholarship Page Hospitality External Scholarships

Registration Tips

HTE Class schedules are available online. To obtain information regarding class schedules at MSU Denver access the Metropolitan State University of Denver’s onlineClass Schedule, click here.

To determine when you are able to register for classes, follow these simple instructions:

  • Visit the Student Hub atwww.msudenver.edu/studenthub.
  • Click on “Register.”
  • Log in using your NetID (the part of your University email address before the “@.”
  • Click on the “My Services/Registration” tab.
  • Click on the My Services/Registration” link.
  • Click on the first link, “Registration, Student Financial Services, Health Insurance Compliance, Student Records & Financial Aid Menu.”
  • Click on the second link, “Registration.”
  • This opens the Registration Menu. Click on the link for “Registration Permit – Date & Time.”
  • From the drop down menu, select the term you are inquiring about. The next page will tell you the exact date and time you can start registering for classes.

Directions to Waitlist:

Once a class is full, the only tool we use to gauge whether or not to add an additional section of the class is by looking at the waitlist. Once there are enough students on the waitlist, we will do everything we can to open more sections. If the class you want is already full, add yourself to the waitlist:

  • Visit the Student Hub atwww.msudenver.edu/studenthub.
  • Click on “Register.”
  • Log in using your NetID (the part of your University email address before the “@.”
  • Click on “My Services/Registration” tab
  • Click on “My Services/Registration” link in middle of page – a new tab, or window, should open
  • Click on “Registration, Student Financial Services, Health Insurance Compliance, Student Records & Financial Aid Menu.” link
  • Click on link for “Registration”
  • Click on “Add/Drop/Waitlist Classes” link
  • Select term from the drop down box, click “Submit”
  • Add CRN numbers for classes, choose Wait List and click “Submit.”

Once you are on the waitlist, be sure to keep a close eye on your e-mail account. You will be notified via e-mail when a spot opens up for you and you will have 48 hours* to register for the class. If you do not register within those 48 hours, you will be dropped from the waitlist.

*This drops to 24 hours during the last week before classes start.

Student Handbook

The Metropolitan State University of Denver Student Handbook and Academic Calendar is funded through student fees and is produced by the MSU Denver Office of Student Publications. Click onStudent Handbook / Student Code of Conductto access the handbook.

If there are questions specific to the discipline in which you are majoring please contact the faculty advisor in HTE.

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Events
P.O. Box 173362
Campus Box 60
Denver, CO 80217-3362

Phone: (303) 556-3152 Fax: (303) 556-8046

Transfer Students

This page lists credits that will transfer from The Art Institute of Colorado to Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Art Institute of Colorado Transfer Students

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Address: 1190B Auraria Parkway Building Room 209

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PO Box 173362

Campus Box 60

Denver, CO 80217-3362

Contact Information:

Phone: 303-615-1616

Email:[emailprotected]

Website:www.msudenver.edu/hospitality

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FAQs

How many students does MSU Denver have? ›

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2022, both undergraduate and graduate, is 16,995 students. The full-time enrollment at Metropolitan State University of Denver is 10,003 and the part-time enrollment is 6,992.

How to check MSU Denver Email? ›

To access your MSU Denver email account and Office 365 apps, go to msudenver.edu/studenthub, click the Email link, and log in using your NetID and NetID password.

Is MSU Denver a respected school? ›

Metropolitan State University of Denver's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities West, #94.

Is MSU Denver hard to get into? ›

MSU Denver admissions is not selective with an acceptance rate of 98%. Students that get into MSU Denver have an average SAT score between 910-1130 or an average ACT score of 16-23. The regular admissions application deadline for MSU Denver is rolling.

How many students are currently enrolled at MSU? ›

Undergraduate and Graduate Students • Total undergraduate enrollment is 40,483 students, up from 39,201 last year. Women make up 51.4 percent of the total undergraduate enrollment. There are 1,844 new degree-seeking graduate students at the master's and doctoral levels.

What is the average age at MSU Denver? ›

A 4.6% increase in Colorado residents in the student body (14,927 to 15,618). An average age of 24.5, down from 24.7. A 10.6% increase in part-time status (11 or fewer credits), from 40.6% of the student body (6,362) to 43% (7,034).

What is MSU Denver known for? ›

Metropolitan State University of Denver was founded in 1965 as an opportunity school. By design, MSU Denver is required to be accessible to all, which is why it consistently has some of the lowest tuitions of four-year Colorado colleges and universities. Nearly 54% of the student body are students of color.

Is MSU Denver a D1 school? ›

Since 1996, MSU Denver has been part of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and has won four NCAA Division II national championships. We host 16 competitive sports, providing over 200 student-athletes with opportunities to compete in one of the state's top sports programs while earning their degree.

What is the tuition for the Metropolitan State University of Denver? ›

What GPA do you need for MSU Denver? ›

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA. With a GPA of 2.56, Metropolitan State University of Denver accepts students with below-average GPAs. You might have a mix of B's and C's in your high school record.

What is the most popular major at MSU? ›

Most Popular Majors
  • Advertising. 542 Graduates.
  • Biology. 521 Graduates.
  • Psychology. 476 Graduates.
  • Communications. 441 Graduates.
  • Finance. 361 Graduates.
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management. 352 Graduates.
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 312 Graduates.
  • Information Science. 290 Graduates.

What is the slogan of MSU Denver? ›

Wherever you're heading, your road begins here. Let's go.

What is the MSU Denver controversy? ›

Metropolitan State University of Denver removed its chair of Chicano Studies last week, citing "unprofessional behavior" she'd shown while defending her son. Metropolitan State University of Denver stands out as the only four-year college in Colorado that offers a bachelor's degree in Chicano Studies.

Is MSU a pretty campus? ›

Academics. Michigan State University reverberates with Spartan pride, and it's easy to understand why. The school maintains “a beautiful campus,” has “an insane amount of resources,” and provides exciting research opportunities for students.

What is the average class size at MSU Denver? ›

Investing in an MSU Denver degree is an investment in your future. With a student-faculty ratio of 17:1 and an average class size of 21, students graduate with confidence knowing they had an invaluable and meaningful experience in their college career – and join an alumni network 100,000+ strong.

How many students are in MSU main campus? ›

The main campus in Marawi City which started with 282 students and 12 faculty members in its pioneering classes in 1962, has now grown to a multi-campus supra-regional university system, serving over 69,000 students in all levels with nearly 3,100 faculty members.

What is the biggest college at MSU? ›

College of Social Science

Home to the social, behavioral and economic sciences, the college — the largest at MSU — works to understand and predict behavior and to develop effective solutions in local and global communities.

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