First-Year Students

Welcome to the DU Community! We’re thrilled to have you join us and want to make sure you feel confident and supported as you prepare to register for your Winter classes at DU. Our advising period for first-year students starting in Winter quarter starts November 2nd, 2026. During this time, you will receive an email to you DU email from an academic advisor inviting you to meet with them. They will include a link to book a meeting.Ìý

Don’t worry—you won’t mess this up! We’re here to help. Feel free to reach out to us at advising@du.eduÌý²¹²Ô²â³Ù¾±³¾±ð.

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Important Advising & Registration Dates

Advising Period for Winter StartÌý

New Transfer & New First-Year Students: Starting November 2nd, 2026,Ìýstudents will receive an invitation from an Academic Advisor to schedule individual meetings to review credits and discuss course options.

Registration Period

Registration for Winter Quarter 2027 for new first year and transfer studentsÌýstarts October 30th, 2026. You must meet with an Academic Advisor first to have your advising hold removed. Ìý

***Please note: Registration time tickets are in Mountain Time. Please plan accordingly. .

Other Dates & Deadlines

Check the comprehensiveÌýAction Items & Important DatesÌýchecklistÌýto make sure you’re on track for joining the DU community.

Required Actions before meeting with Academic Advising

  • Complete Discoveries Winter Experience - Academic Advising & Student Success Canvas Module

    The Canvas module (module 2) includes important information about the Common Curriculum, Academic Advising, and registration preparation. Allow at least 1.5 hours to complete this module. Taking your time with this module will set you up for success at DU!

    Log into Canvas to start the course.Ìý

  • Take the Language Placement Test

    - Complete this as soon as possible

    • Students who are continuing to study a language they started learning prior to DU take a placement test to determine their starting course level.Ìý
    • Some degree programs are exempt from the language requirement which includes the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and all Engineering degree programs. Students with these declared degree types do not need to take the proficiency placement test.
    • Contact cwlc@du.edu for questions regarding your placement test results.Ìý
  • Review Math Advising Document (Business & STEM Majors)

    Math Advising DocumentÌý

    • Document includes recommended math pathways based on major requirements for Business and STEM Major Students.
    • Guidance using prior coursework, standardized test scores, and self-assessed readiness.
    • Non-business and non-STEM students should review AI-Natural Requirements for the Common Curriculum. We encourage you to watch the Common Curriculum video to learn more.
  • Review a sample course plan for your major area of interest

    Sample Course Plans

  • Verify we have received your AP/IB Scores

    AP and IB results are received in large batches starting inÌýmid-July.ÌýIt can take a couple of weeks to process these scores and award the appropriate transfer credit.Ìý

    To verify you’ve received your transfer credits, please log in to My4D > Student tools widget > My Student Profile > Prior Education and Testing (left-hand side), where your scores are displayed.

    If you have not requested your scores, please see directions below:

    • Request that your AP Scores (if applicable)Ìýbe sent to DU through theÌýÌý(school code is 4842)Ìý
    • IB graduates (if applicable)Ìýrequest your transcripts be sent directly to 91¶¶Òõ through theÌý.
  • Meet with Academic Advising

    After completing theÌýrequiredÌýaction items above, you mayÌýmeet with the Academic Advising teamÌýstarting November 2nd.Ìý

Action Items before Registering for Classes

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Registration & Advising Contact Information

For questions about registration issues including errors, contactÌýimsoconfused@du.eduÌýor call 303-871-4095.

For questions about academic advising or course planning, contactÌýadvising@du.edu.