Academics & Education

At the Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for communities around the world through scientific and technical innovation. When you join us on our campus in the heart of Denver, you're joining a rich culture steeped in tradition as you work to anticipate the needs and improve the lives of future generations.

Curious about other academic opportunities? Explore our diverse, cutting-edge research efforts!

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The Ritchie School Experience

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Experiential Learning

At the Ritchie School, we believe the best way for students to learn is through firsthand experience. Research, internships, cooperative education, study abroad opportunities and more offer the opportunity to develop knowledge through transformative personal experience.

 

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Academic Support

We offer students a wide range of support resources. From faculty advisors and teaching assistants prepared to answer questions and provide guidance to a variety of academic and career support services, our students can be confident we're behind them every step of the way.

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USNWR National Universities

#80 National Universities US News and World Report, 2021

USNWR Veterans

#50 Best Colleges for Veterans US News & World Report, 2021

USNWR BEst Value

#58 Best Value US News & World Report, 2021

Student Clubs & Organizations

Our students participate in a wide variety of clubs and organizations, with opportunities for connection and camaraderie among students with interests ranging from game development to entrepreneurship. For more information on any of our clubs, contact Sabrina DeGroot at sabrina.degroot@du.edu.

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