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Frequently Asked Questions

  1.     Which majors are offered at the Daniels College of Business? [show answer] [hide answer]

  2.     Why does Daniels have a separate application process? [show answer] [hide answer]

Demand for business degrees is on the rise nationwide and at the University of Denver. It is necessary to have a secondary admission process to support academic quality, relatively small and engaged classes, strong student-faculty interactions, and high-touch experiences. This application process applies only to students seeking a business degree (BSBA or BSAcc). Students interested in pursuing a business minor are not required to complete an application. To cover all bases, students are advised to develop contingency plans (i.e., alternative programs of study for different majors outside of business in conjunction with a business minor) in the event that their initial plans do not come to fruition.

  3.     When I applied to the University of Denver, I indicated that I wanted to study business as my major.
          Since I was admitted to the University, does that mean that I am automatically admitted to and enrolled
          in the Daniels College of Business? [show answer] [hide answer]

No. With few exceptions, all first-year students entering the University of Denver with an interest in pursuing a business degree must go through a secondary admission process to gain entry into the Daniels College of Business. After being admitted to Daniels, students will declare one of 13 business majors. External transfer students apply to both the University and to Daniels simultaneously.

  4.     What if I don't apply to Daniels during my sophomore year? Am I still eligible to apply? [show answer] [hide answer]

Yes. Students may apply to Daniels after their sophomore year. However, students must realize that decisions to change majors after sophomore year may impact their graduation date, depending on which courses have already been taken. Please consult an academic adviser in the Daniels Office of Undergraduate Programs in Margery Reed Hall (DCBundergrad@du.edu, 303.871.6910) to review and discuss specific cases.

  5.     Will I be able to complete my business degree requirements in four years? [show answer] [hide answer]

Yes. The undergraduate business curriculum at Daniels is a highly structured program designed to be completed, along with the University's Common Curriculum Requirements, within a four-year period. Because of the very specific requirements and the lock-step nature of the curriculum, students must pay close attention to the timing, sequencing, and selection of courses as well as to the admission requirements and deadlines. Please consult an academic adviser in the Daniels Office of Undergraduate Programs in Margery Reed Hall at DCBundergrad@du.edu or 303.871.6910 to map out a program of study and an academic progress. Normal progression through the curriculum requires satisfactorily completing all coursework and satisfying a series of checkpoints. For all required business courses, students must earn a grade of C-minus or higher to fulfill degree requirements.

  6.     When and how many times may I apply to Daniels? [show answer] [hide answer]

Applications will be accepted once per year during the beginning of Fall Quarter. Students may apply up to two times.

  7.     What if I am a transfer student? [show answer] [hide answer]

Transfer students apply concurrently to both the University and to Daniels through the University of Denver's Office of Undergraduate Admission. Transfer students who meet the admission requirements for both the University and Daniels will be considered for direct admission and be asked to declare a specific business major upon matriculation. If the minimum requirements (e.g., requisite coursework, minimum GPA, etc.) have not been met at the time of application, students will still be considered for admission to the University but will be required to complete a secondary admission process for Daniels if accepted. Please refer to the Transfer Student Admission guidelines or contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission at admission@du.edu or 303.871.2036 for further information.

  8.     What if I am in the DU Honors Program? [show answer] [hide answer]

The Daniels secondary admission process applies to all students interested in pursuing a business degree. It is possible that some Honors students will be granted direct admission to Daniels when accepted to the University; otherwise, Honors students must follow the Daniels secondary admission process.

  9.     Which courses do I need to take to be eligible to apply? [show answer] [hide answer]

Before students can apply to Daniels, they must successfully complete MATH 1200 Business Calculus (or MATH 1951 Calculus I), STAT 1300 Statistics, STAT 1400 Statistics II, FSEM 1111 First-Year Seminar, WRIT 1122 Academic Writing, WRIT 1133 Writing and Research, and ECON 1020 Introduction to Micro- and Macroeconomics I: History and Theories
 (or equivalents). Also, students must successfully complete the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and have sophomore standing or higher. Once all of these requirements have been met, students will be eligible to apply to Daniels. For students interested in studying finance, please note that MATH 1951 is required in lieu of MATH 1200.

10.     May I take business courses prior to applying or without having to apply for admission to Daniels? [show answer] [hide answer]

There are some business courses that students can take without being enrolled as a business major in Daniels, provided that all prerequisites have been met or that instructor permission has been granted. Students may take STAT 1300 Statistics I, STAT 1400 Statistics II, MGMT 2000 Foundations of Business and Management, LGST 2000 Foundations of Business Law, and some introductory courses offered by the School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management and the Franklin L. Burns School of Real Estate and Construction Management. Students may also pursue one of five business minor programs (Business, Statistics, Marketing, Legal Studies, and Tourism) without having to apply for admission to Daniels. Please consult an academic adviser in the Daniels Office of Undergraduate Programs in Margery Reed Hall at DCBundergrad@du.edu or 303.871.6910 for further information.

11.     What grade-point average (GPA) do I need to have to be admitted? [show answer] [hide answer]

Academic achievement is a key criterion for admission but just one of several factors taken into consideration. The specific GPA threshold will vary from year to year based upon the applicant pool. Students should have a minimum GPA of 3.3 to apply, but to be competitive, the admission committee recommends a much higher GPA. GPA alone does not guarantee admission. While grades are important, successful students will also bring other attributes and qualifications to the table, including the ability to balance academics with engagement in the University community, well-roundness, strong ethical character, and the ability to present oneself in a professional manner. To be competitive, one should have a proven academic record at the University of Denver (or at another academic institution, if transferring) with a high GPA (above 3.3). The admission committee will consider a student's overall GPA as well as the GPA for seven prebusiness courses (MATH 1200 or MATH 1951, STAT 1300, STAT 1400, FSEM 1111, WRIT 1122, WRIT 1133, and ECON 1020). Since Daniels is seeking to admit only the very best, students must excel in all that they do.

12.     Where can I get help with developing my resume, writing my cover letter and preparing for my interview? [show answer] [hide answer]

Resume, cover letter, and interviewing workshops are available quarterly. Please consult our Web site (daniels.du.edu) for a schedule. Career advisers are available to assist with the design and development of resumes and cover letters and to conduct mock interviews. Email DCBundergrad@du.edu or call 303.871.6910 for an appointment. The Career Center provides resources for developing resumes and cover letters.  Please visit the Career Center's website at www.du.edu/studentlife/career/.  Resume and cover letter templates can also be found in Microsoft Word or downloaded from the Internet. Finally, there are a number of self-help resources available on the Internet and in reference sections of major bookstores for designing and writing resumes and cover letters and for preparing for interviews.

13.     How many students are admitted during each admission cycle? [show answer] [hide answer]

The exact number of accepted students will depend upon space availability and the quality of the applicant pool. Generally, we expect to admit approximately 350 students per year.

14.     How and when will I be notified of my admission status? [show answer] [hide answer]

Admission decisions for all completed applications will be made in mid-October of each year, just prior to Winter Quarter registration. Being mindful of the environment and Daniels' commitment to sustainability, notifications will be sent electronically to students' DU email accounts.

15.     If I don't get accepted, will the prebusiness courses I took count towards graduation? [show answer] [hide answer]

Yes. Courses in which satisfactory grades have been earned can count towards one's graduation requirements. Some courses (e.g., MATH 1200 Business Calculus and ECON 1020 Economics: Wealth and Poverty) can be applied to the University's Common Curriculum Requirements. Other courses can be put toward elective credits or used to fulfill a business minor, as appropriate.

16.     What should I do if I am not accepted? [show answer] [hide answer]

Unfortunately, not all students who apply will be accepted. Students may apply for admission to Daniels up to two times. Those not accepted on their first attempt are invited to apply again the following year, assuming there have been significant improvements in one's credentials and academic achievement. Students are also encouraged to pursue other majors at the University of Denver in conjunction with one of five business minor programs or the dual-degree program with a non-business undergraduate degree and a business graduate degree. If you have questions or need assistance with selecting majors in other academic units outside of Daniels, please contact the Center for Academic and Career Development located in Suite 30 of the Driscoll Student Center at advising@du.edu or 303.871.2455.