University of Denver
The University of Denver (DU) is a private research university in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest independent private university in the Rocky Mountain Region of the United States. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – very high research activity". DU enrolls approximately 5,700 undergraduate students and 7,200 graduate students. The 125-acre (0.51 km2) main campus is a designated arboretum and is located primarily in the University Neighborhood, about five miles (8 km) south of downtown Denver. The 720-acre Kennedy Mountain Campus is located approximately 110 miles northwest of Denver, in Larimer County.
Former name | Colorado Seminary (1864–1880) |
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| Motto | Pro Scientia et Religione (Latin) |
Motto in English | "For Knowledge and Spirit" |
| Type | Private research university |
| Established | 1864 |
Religious affiliation | Nonsectarian; founded by Methodists |
Academic affiliation | |
| Endowment | $990.3 million (2020) |
| Chancellor | Jeremy Haefner |
Academic staff | 782 (2022 Fall) |
Administrative staff | 1,773 (2022 Fall) |
| Students | 13,735 (2022 Fall) |
| Undergraduates | 6,152 (2022 Fall) |
| Postgraduates | 7,583 (2022 Fall) |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | Urban/residential, 125 acres (51 ha) |
| Newspaper | The DU Clarion |
| Colors | Crimson and gold |
| Nickname | Pioneers |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division I – The Summit NCHC (Men's Hockey) |
| Website | www |
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