The Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver finished No. 81 on P&Q’s 2025 ranking of the Best Undergraduate Business Programs in the U.S. In our three methodological categories, it finished No. 74 in Admission Standards, No. 84 in Career Outcomes, and No. 79 in Academic Experience (based solely on our alumni survey).
The B-school’s acceptance rate for the fall 2024 incoming class was 69.8%, and the class also reported an average SAT score of 1333. Its six-year graduation rate is 76%.
In career data, 87.5% of Class of 2024 graduates and 83% of Class of 2023 grads completed at least one business-specific internship before graduation. Some 61.8% of 2024 grads found jobs within three months, compared to 85.3% of 2023 grads.
Average salary for the most recent graduates was $63,860.50. The top employers included EY, Deloitte, Charles Schwab Corporation, Sempler Augustus Investments, HEI Hotels & Resorts, and Hensel Phelps Construction.
TWO DEGREES
Daniels offers two distinct degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree offers seven majors to choose from including Business Information and Analytics, Finance, Hospitality Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Real Estate and the Built Environment.
The Bachelor of Science in Accountancy is an integrated accounting program that also offers the option for students to continue on to the Master of Accountancy degree, also known as the 3/2 Program.
ETHICS & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
The Daniels College blends a rigorous curriculum with hands-on experiences that prepare students for the complexities of modern business. The school integrates experiential learning opportunities throughout its coursework, from managing financial portfolios funded by the university’s endowment to participating in Ethics Bootcamp, a required program for all business majors designed to instill strong moral decision-making skills in future business leaders.
Students also earn Microsoft Office Specialist certifications in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as part of their coursework, ensuring they graduate with tangible technical skills that make them competitive in the job market. The curriculum continuously evolves, offering students real-world applications in every discipline.
PERSONALIZED SUPPORT
At Daniels, students receive individualized attention that enhances their academic and career success. With an average class size of just 24 students, they benefit from close faculty mentorship and major-specific advisors, who meet with students quarterly to provide registration and career guidance.
The Daniels Professional Development Program (DPDP) takes students through a structured, three-part career preparation series. In small classes of 30 students, undergraduates work on resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and professional branding. They also attend career fairs, mock interviews, and salary negotiation workshops while engaging with industry professionals on topics such as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. By the final stage, students focus on building major-specific skills, using tools like LinkedIn Learning to refine expertise in their chosen field.
NETWORKING & INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
As the eight oldest business school in the nation, Daniels boasts an extensive alumni network and a long-standing reputation for developing top-tier business professionals. Students gain access to on-campus employer meet-and-greets and networking events designed to connect them with industry leaders. With its location in Denver—a hub for finance, technology, and entrepreneurship—students have ample opportunities to engage with potential employers and mentors.
PATHWAYS TO ADVANCED DEGREES
For those looking to accelerate their education, Daniels offers 4+1 specialized master’s programs in Applied Quantitative Finance, Real Estate & the Built Environment, Marketing, Management, and Business Information & Analytics. Accounting students can also opt for a 3+2 MS in Accounting, allowing them to complete their master’s degree in just five years.
Additionally, students interested in entrepreneurship can take one-credit, hands-on courses as part of the Entrepreneurship minor, providing them with real-world experience in launching their own ventures.
ALUMNI SAY
“The Riemen fund program offered by Daniels was the highlight of my experience at DU. It gave me the opportunity to experience how an actual investment fund is ran by allowing us to manage a large sum of money while making informed investment decisions.”
“My last two years at DU the course I took were all related to the management consulting track. The skills and knowledge I gained from those courses were instrumental to how I got to where I am today..”
“I was involved in a Daniels Distinction Thesis project. I was able to research 8 small businesses to understand why small businesses struggle to scale. It was a wonderful experience that answered questions I had wondered for years. I learned how to research and more importantly analyze qualitative data, which I have used in my own career over the past 2.5 years.”
“I was able to travel abroad to Belize for an interterm course. This allowed me to not only travel internationally, which was an integral part of my international business degree, but it also exposed me to leadership and sustainability courses that were not known to me prior. It helped me to branch out of my college and experience how businesses operate internationally.”
“My well-rounded experience at Daniels gave me a unique skillset that landed me an internship at an incredible company pre-graduation, which has turned to my full-time career post graduation. Through Daniels and my professional journey, I have further honed my skillset and discovered where my passions lie which is in Business Analytics. I’ll forever be grateful for Daniels and my incredible professors!”
“Daniels permits students to reach a level of applicable knowledge and practical skill that, as I have progressed in my career, has appeared to not be consistently available at other business schools.”
