University of Denver (DU) Courses and Fees 2026

University of Denver (DU) Courses and Fees 2026

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University of Denver fees for Indian postgraduate students range from $30,924 (INR 29.54 Lakhs) to $92,100 (INR 87.96 Lakhs). Undergraduate (UG) tuition is $63,720 (INR 60.86 Lakhs) for traditional full-time study. The Master of Science (MS) in Business Analytics costs $72,500 (INR 69.24 Lakhs).

The University of Denver (DU) estimates a UG on-campus academic-year living and study allowance of $22,224 (INR 21.23 Lakhs). First-year UG students typically live on campus for two years, so room-and-board plans shape cash flow. Graduate apartments publish quarterly room charges from $3,663 (INR 3.50 Lakhs) to $4,509 (INR 4.31 Lakhs).

  • UG merit scholarships range from $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) per year.
  • Graduate applicants pay a $50 (INR 4,776) international credential evaluation fee.
  • The first-year UG enrollment deposit is $500 (INR 47,755).

For a postgraduate (PG) MS Business Analytics budget, Year 1 totals about $107,192 (INR 1.02 Crore) before aid. A UG Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics first-year budget is about $94,530 (INR 90.29 Lakhs) before merit aid. Fall 2027 totals should be recalculated when DU publishes its next rate sheet.

Exchange rate used: 1 USD = 95.51 INR (September 2026).

Admission next step: Match fee timing with DU deadlines on University of Denver admissions.

Spring 2027 Intake: Daniels Priority Deadline Controls Scholarship Timing

Intake: Spring 2027 graduate routes at Daniels close October 15, 2026, for priority review. Fall 2027 is the next broad UG and PG route. Ritchie Winter 2027 is closed for the F-1 student visa after September 8, 2026.

Fee update: Spring 2027 uses DU’s 2026-2027 rate year. UG tuition is $63,720 (INR 60.86 Lakhs). PG examples span $30,924 (INR 29.54 Lakhs) to $92,100 (INR 87.96 Lakhs).

When to pay: UG enrollment deposit is $500 (INR 47,755), with Regular Decision commitment due May 1, 2027. Graduate deposits are offer-specific and applied to first-term tuition.

Scholarships: DU UG merit gives $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) yearly. Daniels and Korbel aid consideration tracks priority applications. K.C. Mahindra applications are open for eligible PG courses starting through February 2027.

Infographic titled “University of Denver Fees 2027” showing postgraduate and undergraduate tuition, MS in Business Analytics costs, living expenses, graduate housing, merit scholarships, application fees, enrollment deposit, and estimated first-year budgets for Indian students, with the University of Denver campus and Rocky Mountains in the background.

University of Denver Tuition Fees by Programme

University of Denver tuition fees range from $30,924 (INR 29.54 Lakhs) to $92,100 (INR 87.96 Lakhs). The fee structure changes by school because Daniels, Ritchie, and Korbel price programmes differently.

University of Denver Postgraduate Fees: Spring 2027 and Fall 2027

University of Denver fees for postgraduate students can range from $30,924 (INR 29.54 Lakhs) to $92,100 (INR 87.96 Lakhs) depending on the program and duration. The fees charged as per course and duration can be found in the table below.

Programme Duration Total tuition (USD) Total tuition (INR)
Master of Science in Applied Quantitative Finance As little as 10 months, 45-credit base route $69,750  INR 66.62 Lakhs
Master of Science in Business Analytics 11.5 to 12 months, 58 credits $72,500  INR 69.24 Lakhs
Master of Science in Marketing 9 months $56,250  INR 53.72 Lakhs
Master of Science in Real Estate and the Built Environment 12 months full-time $60,000  INR 57.31 Lakhs
The Denver MBA 24 months, 80 credits $92,000  INR 87.87 Lakhs
Master’s Degrees in Accounting 9 to 10 months without prerequisites, 40 to 56 credits $74,000  INR 70.68 Lakhs
Master of Science in Applied Data Science and AI 18 to 24 months, 36 to 48 credits $30,924 to $41,232  INR 29.54 Lakhs to INR 39.38 Lakhs
Master of Science in Cybersecurity 24 months, 48 to 60 credits $41,232 to $51,540  INR 39.38 Lakhs to INR 49.23 Lakhs
Master in International Studies 2 years, 60 credits $92,100  INR 87.96 Lakhs
Master of Public Policy 2 years, 60 credits $92,100 (INR 87.96 Lakhs) INR 87.96 Lakhs

University of Denver Undergraduate Fees: Fall 2027

University of Denver fees for the undergraduate programs is $63,720 (INR 60.86 Lakhs) for traditional full-time study across three quarters. DU uses one flat tuition rate for 12 to 18 credits per quarter. Tuition is annual for traditional full-time UG enrolment across fall, winter, and spring quarters.

Programme Duration Annual tuition (USD) Annual tuition (INR)
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics 4 years $63,720  INR 2.43 Crore
Bachelor of Science in Finance 4 years $63,720  INR 2.43 Crore
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science 4 years $63,720  INR 2.43 Crore
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies 4 years $63,720  INR 2.43 Crore
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 4 years $63,720  INR 2.43 Crore

The full-course comparison uses unchanged current rates. It is not a forecast of future DU tuition.

  • The 12 to 18-credit flat rate protects students within that quarterly course load.
  • Credits above 18 are billed at $1,770 (INR 1.69 Lakhs) per credit.
  • Traditional UG rows share tuition because DU prices them through one undergraduate band.
  • Merit aid can reduce UG tuition by $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs).

Note: Spring 2027 is mainly a graduate path at DU. UG first-year entry should use Fall 2027, with Regular Decision due January 15, 2027.

Course shortlist: Compare DU with other options in the Master of Science universities in the United States guide


University of Denver Fee Trend by Year

University of Denver UG tuition rose 3.03% from 2025-2026 to 2026-2027. The trend gives a buffer for Fall 2027 planning until the next rate sheet appears.

Fee year UG tuition (USD) UG tuition (INR) Year-over-year change
2024-2025 $60,048 (INR 57.35 Lakhs) INR 57.35 Lakhs Base year
2025-2026 $61,848 (INR 59.07 Lakhs) INR 59.07 Lakhs +3.00%
2026-2027 $63,720 (INR 60.86 Lakhs) INR 60.86 Lakhs +3.03%

Key Insight: Spring 2027 graduate budgets and Fall 2027 UG estimates use the 2026-2027 rate sheet. Keep at least $1,872 (INR 1.79 Lakhs) as a UG buffer until DU publishes Fall 2027 rates.


Cost of Living in Denver for Indian Students

Denver living expenses for a DU graduate budget are about $2,373 (INR 2.27 Lakhs) per month. On-campus means DU-owned housing on or near campus. Off-campus means private leases outside DU billing.

Expense Monthly (USD) Monthly (INR) Annual (INR) Notes for Indian Students
Graduate housing $1,423 (INR 1.36 Lakhs) INR 1.36 Lakhs INR 16.31 Lakhs Uses DU’s $12,807 (INR 12.23 Lakhs) three-quarter allowance.
Food $515 (INR 49,188) INR 49,188 INR 5.90 Lakhs Uses DU’s $4,635 (INR 4.43 Lakhs) three-quarter allowance.
Transportation $154 (INR 14,709) INR 14,709 INR 1.76 Lakhs Budget more if private housing requires regular rideshares.
Personal expenses $198 (INR 18,911) INR 18,911 INR 2.27 Lakhs This covers routine non-academic spending.
Books and supplies $83 (INR 7,927) INR 7,927 INR 95,510 Books use DU’s $1,000 (INR 95,510) academic-year allowance.
Total living estimate $2,373 (INR 2.27 Lakhs) INR 2.27 Lakhs INR 27.20 Lakhs Annual amount extends DU’s graduate allowances to 12 months.

Source: DU graduate cost of attendance and DU housing rates.

  • UG first-year and second-year students must live on campus and keep a meal plan.
  • First-year halls quote double rooms at $3,746 (INR 3.58 Lakhs) per quarter.
  • First-year hall singles quote $4,000 (INR 3.82 Lakhs) per quarter.
  • Graduate apartments quote $3,663 (INR 3.50 Lakhs) to $4,509 (INR 4.31 Lakhs) per quarter.
  • Mesa sits near Interstate 25 and light rail, which can reduce car dependence.

Note: DU’s international UG budget excludes travel to Denver. Add airfare outside the $91,526 (INR 87.42 Lakhs) official estimated cost.

Currency Tip: Spring 2027 bills follow DU’s December 22, 2026, or March 22, 2027 due dates by quarter. Convera or Flywire can lock the quoted exchange rate, while raw wires can lose 2-3%.


Total Cost of Studying at University of Denver

The worked example, Master of Science in Business Analytics, costs about $107,192 (INR 1.02 Crore) in Year 1. That first-year budget includes tuition, 12-month living, DU fees, health insurance, and visa charges.

Scenario Tuition Living Mandatory Fees Total Year 1
MS Business Analytics, low 12-month graduate apartment case $72,500 (INR 69.24 Lakhs) $26,052 (INR 24.88 Lakhs) $6,216 (INR 5.94 Lakhs) $104,768 (INR 1.00 Crore)
MS Business Analytics, DU graduate allowance case $72,500 (INR 69.24 Lakhs) $28,476 (INR 27.20 Lakhs) $6,216 (INR 5.94 Lakhs) $107,192 (INR 1.02 Crore)
MS Business Analytics, high 12-month graduate apartment case $72,500 (INR 69.24 Lakhs) $29,436 (INR 28.11 Lakhs) $6,216 (INR 5.94 Lakhs) $108,152 (INR 1.03 Crore)
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics, 10-month UG case $63,720 (INR 60.86 Lakhs) $24,693 (INR 23.58 Lakhs) $6,117 (INR 5.84 Lakhs) $94,530 (INR 90.29 Lakhs)
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics with maximum DU merit $23,720 (INR 22.65 Lakhs) $24,693 (INR 23.58 Lakhs) $6,117 (INR 5.84 Lakhs) $54,530 (INR 52.08 Lakhs)

Source: DU programme tuition, DU cost of attendance, DU housing rates, and United States visa fee rules.

  • PG mandatory fees include $1,281 (INR 1.22 Lakhs) in DU fees.
  • PG mandatory fees also include $4,400 (INR 4.20 Lakhs) for health insurance.
  • The visa line adds a $185 (INR 17,669) visa fee.
  • It also adds a $350 (INR 33,428) Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee.
  • The SEVIS payment is due before the visa interview.
  • Airfare, optional parking, and payment-provider spreads are excluded from these totals.

The MS Business Analytics first-year budget near INR 1.02 Crore can shape loan size. A 10-year education loan of INR 1 Crore costs about INR 1.35 Lakhs per month at 10.5%.

Budget next step: Compare living assumptions with the cost of living in USA guide.

Key Insight: Fall 2027 UG merit can reduce Business Analytics Year 1 by $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs). Daniels does not publish a full-payment discount, so merit and housing choice carry the visible savings.


University of Denver Scholarships for Indian Students

University of Denver scholarships can cut UG tuition by $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) yearly. Graduate aid is more school-specific and often appears with the admission offer.

University scholarship Award support Eligibility Status and deadline Relevant intake
DU International First-Year Merit Scholarship $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) per year International first-year UG applicants Automatic with UG application; Early Action due November 1, 2026 Fall 2027
DU Regular Decision Merit Review $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) per year International first-year UG applicants Automatic with UG application; Regular Decision due January 15, 2027 Fall 2027
Early Decision Additional Merit $5,000 (INR 4.78 Lakhs) above merit scholarship International Early Decision applicants, excluding music majors and athletic-aid recipients Early Decision I due November 1, 2026; Early Decision II due January 15, 2027 Fall 2027
Residence Hall Grant $3,000 (INR 2.87 Lakhs) per year Merit scholarship recipients who live on campus Linked to housing and merit eligibility Fall 2027
Daniels Merit Scholarships and Assistantships Scholarship or assistantship support; amount appears in offer Accepted Daniels graduate applicants who request consideration Spring 2027 priority deadline is October 15, 2026 Spring 2027 and Fall 2027
Daniels Corporate Matching Scholarship Up to $10,000 (INR 9.55 Lakhs) one-time Applicants with employer or corporate sponsor support Sponsorship must be indicated before admission Spring 2027 and Fall 2027
Korbel Merit Aid Merit tuition aid; amount appears in offer Korbel graduate applicants Public Policy priority deadline is October 15, 2026 Winter 2027 and Fall 2027

Source: DU undergraduate scholarship, Daniels tuition aid, and Korbel merit aid pages.

External India-side funding is narrower for this intake cycle because most broad 2027 provider dates are pending. K.C. Mahindra remains relevant only for PG courses starting through February 2027.

External award Award support India eligibility Status and deadline Relevant DU intake
K.C. Mahindra Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad Interest-free loan support of INR 10 Lakhs for top fellows, or INR 5 Lakhs for other awardees Indian PG applicants to recognised overseas universities Applications open; exact closing date not published by the provider DU Winter 2027 PG routes starting by February 2027

Tip for Indian Students: For Spring 2027 Daniels admission, October 15, 2026 protects first scholarship review. K.C. Mahindra support fits only DU PG courses that start by February 2027.


University of Denver Tuition Deposit and Payment Options

University of Denver has a fixed $500 (INR 47,755) UG enrollment deposit, but graduate deposits are programme-specific.

Payment item Amount Timing Treatment
UG enrollment deposit $500 (INR 47,755) Regular Decision commitment due May 1, 2027 Non-refundable enrollment deposit
Graduate enrollment deposit Amount listed in admission letter Deadline listed in admission letter Applied to first-term tuition
Daniels visa document release Deposit amount listed in offer After admission and deposit payment Visa documents are processed after deposit receipt
Quarterly payment plan fee $50 (INR 4,776) per quarter Before enrolling in each payment plan Fee for spreading billed charges

Methods of payment at DU include:

  • Domestic checking or savings account through DUPay.
  • Credit or debit card, with a possible surcharge under Colorado law.
  • Convera international payment through DUPay, with upfront quoted rates.
  • Flywire international wire transfer through DU’s student portal.
  • Education-loan disbursement, with receipts saved for the visa file.

Steps to pay the tuition fee for international students:

  1. Accept the offer and read the deposit amount in the admission letter.
  2. Pay the deposit before the offer deadline.
  3. Submit passport, financial verification, and Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) supplement.
  4. Receive Form I-20, the F-1 visa document, after DU clears documents.
  5. Pay the balance by the quarter due date.
  6. Keep every payment receipt for the visa interview and loan file.

DU quarter bills are due August 22, December 22, March 22, and June 22. Spring 2027 Daniels students should align deposit clearance before the March 22, 2027 due date.

Visa payment next step: Keep the F-1 sequence beside the United States student visa guide.

Note: Daniels Spring 2027 visa documents: wait for deposit receipt after admission. Allow bank-transfer lead time before the October 15, 2026 priority review date.


Hidden Costs of Studying at University of Denver

Hidden costs before DU Spring 2027 can start at $4,248 (INR 4.06 Lakhs) before any tuition balance. This minimum excludes Daniels deposit because the amount is offer-specific.

  • Ritchie Winter 2027 is not a safe new visa route after the September 8, 2026 international deadline.
  • The F-1 visa application fee is $185 (INR 17,669).
  • The SEVIS I-901 fee is $350 (INR 33,428), paid before the visa interview.
  • Graduate health insurance is $4,400 (INR 4.20 Lakhs) in DU’s sample cost of attendance.
  • The international credential evaluation fee is $50 (INR 4,776).
  • The Ritchie application fee is $65 (INR 6,208).
  • A laptop allowance of $1,000 (INR 95,510) may arrive before classes begin.

Cash Needed Before Arrival: MS Business Analytics

MS Business Analytics applicants should separate visa cash from tuition cash because DU publishes the Daniels deposit only in the offer. The table counts only published pre-arrival items.

Cash item Amount When it falls due Scope
F-1 visa application fee $185 (INR 17,669) Before visa appointment Government visa fee
SEVIS I-901 fee $350 (INR 33,428) At least before visa interview Government SEVIS payment
International credential evaluation $50 (INR 4,776) During international graduate application DU-required third-party evaluation
Lowest published graduate apartment quarter $3,663 (INR 3.50 Lakhs) Before first housing term DU-owned graduate apartment rent
Minimum published pre-arrival cash $4,248 (INR 4.06 Lakhs) Before visa and first housing term Excludes tuition balance and offer-specific deposit

Note: The SEVIS I-901 fee is easy to miss because it sits outside DU billing. Keep $350 (INR 33,428) ready before the F-1 visa interview.


Fee Saving Strategies for Indian Students

The fastest Spring 2027 saving is choosing the right DU fee band before paying a deposit. Applied Data Science and AI can cost $41,576 (INR 39.71 Lakhs) less than MS Business Analytics.

  • Use Ritchie Applied Data Science and AI if its 36-credit route fits the career target.
  • For UG housing, a 125-block meal plan saves $226 (INR 21,585) per quarter over 175-block dining.
  • For graduate housing, the lowest and highest DU apartments differ by $846 (INR 80,801) per quarter.
  • F-1 students may work 20 hours weekly during classes under DU guidance.
  • Section 80E of India’s Income Tax Act can reduce taxable income through education-loan interest.
  • Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programmes can use 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Optional Practical Training is a United States post-study work authorization for F-1 graduates. Non-STEM routes use 12 months of OPT, while STEM routes can reach 36 months total. An INR 50 lakh education loan costs about INR 65,000 to INR 70,000 monthly over 10 years at 10.5%. Use that equated monthly instalment (EMI) before choosing between Daniels and Ritchie data routes.

Tip for Indian Students: For Spring 2027, fee-band choice beats small lifestyle cuts. Ritchie’s lower data route can save up to $41,576 (INR 39.71 Lakhs) before living costs.


University of Denver needs an INR 52.08 Lakhs to INR 1.02 Crore first-year budget for the highlighted routes. Fall 2027 UG merit can lower tuition by $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) yearly. Spring 2027 Daniels applicants should protect the October 15, 2026 priority review date. A loan near INR 1 Crore creates an EMI near INR 1.35 Lakhs monthly, so scholarship results should arrive before final borrowing.


FAQs

Ques. What are University of Denver fees for Indian students in 2026-2027?

Ans. University of Denver fees for Indian students span $30,924 (INR 29.54 Lakhs) to $92,100 (INR 87.96 Lakhs) for PG routes. Traditional UG tuition is $63,720 (INR 60.86 Lakhs) per year.

Ques. How much is the University of Denver MBA fee?

Ans. The Denver MBA tuition is $92,000 (INR 87.87 Lakhs) for the 21-month programme. Living costs and visa charges sit outside that tuition figure.

Ques. What is the University of Denver MS Business Analytics fee?

Ans. Master of Science in Business Analytics tuition is $72,500 (INR 69.24 Lakhs). The full Year 1 budget is about $107,192 (INR 1.02 Crore) before Daniels aid.

Ques. How much does living in Denver cost near DU?

Ans. Denver living expenses for a DU graduate budget are about $2,373 (INR 2.27 Lakhs) per month. DU-owned graduate apartments list quarterly rent from $3,663 (INR 3.50 Lakhs).

Ques. Does University of Denver give scholarships to Indian students?

Ans. University of Denver gives automatic UG merit scholarships of $15,000 (INR 14.33 Lakhs) to $40,000 (INR 38.20 Lakhs) yearly. Daniels and Korbel graduate aid is school-specific.

Ques. How much is the University of Denver enrollment deposit?

Ans. University of Denver lists a $500 (INR 47,755) UG enrollment deposit. Graduate deposits vary by programme and are applied to first-term tuition.

Ques. Does DU require first-year students to live on campus?

Ans. DU normally requires first-year and second-year UG students to live on campus. First-year hall doubles cost $3,746 (INR 3.58 Lakhs) per quarter.

Ques. What cash is needed before the F-1 visa and arrival?

Ans. University of Denver MS Business Analytics applicants need at least $4,248 (INR 4.06 Lakhs) for listed pre-arrival items. That excludes the offer-specific Daniels deposit and tuition balance.

Ques. Can Indian students work part-time at University of Denver?

Ans. University of Denver F-1 students may work up to 20 hours weekly during classes. STEM graduates can use up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training.

Ques. Is University of Denver worth it after an education loan?

Ans. University of Denver needs a careful loan test because MS Business Analytics can cross INR 1.02 Crore in Year 1. An INR 1 Crore loan can cost about INR 1.35 Lakhs monthly.

Popular Programs and Important Dates

ProgramImportant DatesFeesApplication FeesEligibilityFinancial Aid
Priority Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake (16th Feb 2026)
Final Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake (5th May 2026)
Application Deadline For Winter 2026 Intake (8th Sep 2026)
Application Deadline For Spring 2027 Intake (7th Dec 2026)
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