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Program Options Include In-Person, Hybrid, & Online
- In-person: All required courses are available in a specified physical location. Enroll in the in-person program.
- Hybrid: 50% or more of required courses are available at least once a year through asynchronous and synchronous online instruction. Enroll in the in-person program and take any available online courses.
- Online: All required courses are available at least once a year through asynchronous and synchronous online instruction. To obtain priority seating, enroll in the online program.
Online Degrees, Scholarships, & Specialized Online Student Services
Regardless of where you’ve been, we can help you get to where you want to go. At MSU Denver, we see accessible and affordable higher education as the foundation of the American dream.
- Nearly 80% of students work full or part time throughout the school year.
- 46% of enrolled students receive scholarships and/or grants.
Learn More About a Specific Online Program
Funding Options for Online Learning Students
Renewable Online Student Scholarships
MSU Denver has a renewable scholarship for continuing, new, and returning online students. There is no application but there are eligibility requirements. Learn more about each scholarship based on your student status.
MSU Denver Scholarships
The MSU Denver Foundation offers hundreds of privately funded scholarships to students every year, based on academics, achievement and financial need. The only way to apply for this is through the general application portal.
The Roadrunner Promise
Roadrunner Promise (RRP) covers the student's share of in-state tuition and published mandatory fees for students who qualify for up to 15 credits.
The Colorado Promise Tax Credit
Colorado Promise is a Colorado state tax credit for students who attend public institutions and have family incomes of $90,000 or less. Please speak to an Online Enrollment Counselor for details.
Employment Options for Online Students
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Student Employment
The Student Employment Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver provides students paid jobs to help alleviate some financial needs they may have while attending university. They have a variety of in-person, hybrid, and remote job options for students attending courses. Click the link to learn more about the requirements.
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Jobs & Internships
The Classroom to Career Hub (C2 Hub) is more than your typical career center by intentionally integrating post-graduate activities, related to career or graduate school, in all aspects of the MSU Denver Roadrunner experience. They offer a variety of virtual job fairs, events, and seminars to support and prepare students for graduation.
C2 Hub Jobs & InternshipsSupport without Compromise.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at MSU Denver
MSU Denver has one of the most diverse student bodies in Colorado. Diversity is one of the core values of the university and one of the pillars of the university’s Strategic Plan. The Office of Diversity and Inclusion’s goal is to support and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of campus life through the development of initiatives that advance MSU Denver’s stated goal of becoming an anti-racist institution.
Excellent Support for Veteran’s and Military Students.
MSU Denver has a robust Veteran and Military Student Services program and has been recognized as a Best for Vets university by Military Times. Services for our veteran and military students include:
- Assist with the student veteran transition from military to student life
- Provide information and assistance from the enrollment process through graduation
- Help students maximize the use of education benefits & remove barriers to retention
- Overall advocacy for veteran and military students