CU resources

We want to ensure you have access to basic resources, so you can prioritize focusing on your classes and future career goals. The on-campus resources below can help you manage your overall health and wellbeing while navigating university life.

On-campus resources to support your overall health and wellbeing.

Resources to help as you navigate financing your degree and life changes.

Options and services to assist you with getting around the CU Boulder campus, Boulder County and the Denver metro area. 

  • Bus: Your Buff OneCard provides free access to in the Boulder and Denver area. Part-time students can get $90 semester passes. RTD also has to provide transportation to people with disabilities. 
  • Bike: Rent a bike through the CU Bike Rental program or access a Boulder BCycle for free (students) or reduced rates (faculty/staff). The annual CU Bike Fest also sells bikes at affordable prices. Learn how to ride a bike with the Environmental Center.  
  • Scooter: lowers the costs of Lime Scooters for those with financial need. 
  • Late-night transportation: CU NightRide is CU Boulder’s student-operated safe-ride service that allows you to request free, evening transportation to and from any location within Boulder city limits. 
  • Carpooling: Create carpool groups with or Vanpool (faculty/staff). Boulder Transportation Connections also offers for qualifying workers. 
  • Parking: Parking permits are low-cost for front-line service employees. Contact ParkingPermits@colorado.edu for more details. 
  • Parking and Transportation Services: Assists with campus transportation and parking. 

Local resources:  

  • Staff and faculty can also get a ride for emergencies through Guaranteed Ride Home.  
  • also offers transportation access if other alternatives aren’t accessible or affordable.  
  • Learn more about transportation equity with .  
  • To rent a vehicle, check out Colorado Carshare and Zipcar

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