University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business
Contact Information
Helen Zucchini, Director of Graduate Admissions
Andrea Young, Associate Director of Admissions, Full-Time Programs
Nate Wright, Associate Director of Admissions, Part-Time MBA Programs and Operations
Kim Gutierrez, Assistant Director of Admissions, MS Programs
Phone: (303) 492-8397
Email: leedsgrad@colorado.edu
Website URL: www.colorado.edu/business/academic-programs/graduate-programs
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Graduate Degree Programs
The Graduate Programs office at the Leeds School of Business offers full time and part time MBA and Master of Science programs. Consult our website for an overview of graduate programs offered at Leeds.
You can find detailed information about specific MBA and MS programs by using the following links:
Information about Leeds MBA Programs
Information about Leeds MS Programs
Please note, dual MBA/MS degrees are available at Leeds.
Leeds also offers a PhD in accounting, finance, marketing, management or information systems and operations. To pursue this path, please visit: https://www.colorado.edu/business/phd/admissions
Accreditation
The Leeds School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). This distinction represents the highest standard of excellence in management education worldwide and demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement and peer review.
Additionally, the University of Colorado Boulder campus has the proud distinction of being a member institution of the Association of American Universities (AAU).
Admission Requirements
We consider the following materials with your application:
• Professional Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts for each post-secondary institution attended **
• One Letter of Recommendation (two may be submitted)
• Essay
• $70 Application Fee (waived for veterans)
Interviews are required for admission to any of the MBA programs at Leeds. Interviews are not required for entry to MS programs.
Finally, applicants to the Full Time MBA program are required to submit the GMAT or GRE (although limited test waivers are available). All other programs at Leeds are test optional.
** Enrolled students will be prompted to provide Official transcripts for each post-secondary institution attended.
Description of Learning Environment for Students
The Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder fosters a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages intellectual competition and the sharing of ideas in an eager and receptive environment. A key differentiator of the Leeds School is our focus on how ethical, sustainable business practices enhance the way we conduct business today.
Leeds is:
• Where globally recognized faculty - ranked top 25 for research production — sit with their students in real-world experiential settings.
• Where you’ll find deep partnerships with the nationally recognized innovative Boulder business community.
• Where the entire globe serves as a laboratory for learning — from the federal labs located right next-door to visiting businesses around the world.
• Where an emphasis on innovation and social impact meets with deep relationships directly in the business community.
• Ranked #11 for Sustainability in the US by QS World University 2024
• The #1 ranked business school in Colorado.
For more information about what sets Leeds apart, please visit our website.
Faculty
As world-class academics involved in business research, private consulting and international teaching opportunities, Leeds faculty members bring cutting-edge perspectives to the MBA and MS programs. Additionally, the School has established Centers of Excellence to promote research and involvement in specific areas. The reputations of the Deming Center for Entrepreneurship, the Michael A. Klump Center for Real Estate, the Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility (CESR), and the Burridge Center for Finance play a key role in the school's success. The centers conduct current research in their respective areas and provide important interaction with high-level professionals in a dynamic environment.
Tuition
The most current Tuition and Cost of Attendance information for MBA programs at Leeds can be found at the following links:
• Full Time MBA
• Evening MBA
• Hybrid MBA
• Executive MBA
The most current Tuition and Cost of Attendance information for Master of Science programs at Leeds can be found at the following links:
• MS Business Analytics & Supply Chain Analytics
• MS Finance & MS Real Estate
**Please note: We anticipate that the MS Marketing Analytics program will have the same tuition and fees costs as the MS Business Analytics & MS Supply Chain Analytics programs. The program will enroll its first class in July 2026.
Military
Leeds enrolls students each year whose military experience adds significantly to the richness of the shared classroom and team project experience. The small class size is ideal for developing strong relationships with faculty and classmates, who will serve as a solid professional network when you complete your studies. Leeds MBA students formed the MBA Veterans Club in 2018. This organization continues to provide support, networking opportunities, and friendships for students during their time at Leeds. (Note: MS students may participate in the MBA Veterans Club.)
The Office of Veteran Affairs is on campus to help military students navigate their benefits during their time at the University of Colorado Boulder.