The Mountains are Calling and So Is Your Future!
On-Campus Event for Admitted Students: April 23-24, 2026
Don't miss Colorado Christian University's Cougar Days, an event designed specifically for new students accepted into CCU's College of Undergraduate Studies. Join us in person for an exciting on-campus experience designed to help you feel confident, prepared, and fully ready for life at CCU!
You’ll take important next steps like registering for your classes and getting answers to any questions you may have about your schedule and academic goals. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to meet other incoming students, start building friendships, and begin finding your community before fall semester even begins.
You’ll also be able to connect with current students, faculty, and staff, giving you a real look at what life at CCU is like and who you can turn to for support. And you’ll get time to hang out in the residence halls and meet your future RA, so moving in feels way more familiar and exciting.
Your parents are welcome and encouraged to join you! Special sessions will be available throughout the event just for them.
Attending Cougar Days is your first opportunity to meet with an advisor in person and register for fall classes.
Registration Options
Register for Classes In Person During Cougar Days: April 23-24, 2026
Register for Classes Virtually Following the Event
Students who can't attend Cougar Days in person can register for classes virtually.
- Course Registration Zoom Sessions: April 24, 2026
- Session 1: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. MDT
- Session 2: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. MDT
Please contact your enrollment counselor if you'd like to register for one of the Zoom sessions.
After Cougar Days (beginning the week of April 26 through the start of the Fall 2026 semester), the Life Directions Center will coordinate an appointment for you to register for classes virtually upon completion of your Pre-Registration eForm.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: The deadline to register for Cougar Days and complete the Pre-Registration eForm in time to register for classes during the event or Zoom sessions is April 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Preparing for Class Registration
In order to be eligible to register for classes during Cougar Days, you must complete the following steps:
Apply and be admitted to the University
If you haven’t applied to CCU, you can start an application here. Contact your enrollment counselor if you have any questions.
Submit Your Tuition Deposit
After applying, you will receive an official admission decision from the University. If you are admitted to CCU, your next step is to submit your non-refundable $200 tuition deposit in order to move forward with course registration.
Create Your CCU Login
Create or upgrade your CCU Login, which allows access to CCU’s systems. You will need your Student ID number, which is included in your official acceptance email and packet. Be sure to remember your username and password after you complete this step. You will need them to log in during class registration.
Check Your CCU Email
After you create your CCU Login, CCU will begin using your @students.ccu.edu email address as your primary email. To access your CCU email or forward it to your personal email, log on to email.ccu.edu and follow the forwarding instructions.
Complete and Submit the Pre-Registration eForm
The Pre-Registration eform is the first step in registering for classes. The Pre-Registration eform for Fall 2026 will be available starting March 1, 2026.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: You must submit the Pre-Registration eform by April 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. to register for classes in person during Cougar Days.
Provide Transfer Credit Information
If you are transferring in college credit (e.g.: AP/IB, CLEP/DSST, or Dual Credit), please be sure to have course numbers, course titles, test scores, or grades available, as you will need to provide that information in the Pre-Registration eform.
Update your Emergency Contact Information
Visit our Update your Emergency Contact Information web page and log in with your Student ID number and password. If you experience any difficulty, contact the IT Help Desk at 303-963-3444.
Submit Your Transcripts
It is beneficial to send official transcripts as early as possible for evaluation by CCU Registration Services. Courses in progress will not show completed grades and will require a second official transcript after final grades have been posted. If you are unable to submit official transcripts, please provide unofficial transcripts to your enrollment counselor.
You can find a comprehensive list of enrollment steps on the Admitted Student Checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cougar Days
Event-Specific Questions
How can I be invited to Cougar Days?
You must be accepted to Colorado Christian University and submit your $200 tuition deposit for Fall 2026 to register for Cougar Days. If you are not already admitted, contact our enrollment team or the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at ccuadmissions@ccu.edu to apply in time for the event.
Can I stay on campus for Cougar Days?
Yes, students registered for Cougar Days will be hosted on campus the evening of Thursday, April 23, with a current CCU Student Host.
What should I bring for staying overnight on campus?
Please bring a sleeping bag and pillow. You will be hosted in a student apartment with a current CCU Student Host.
When does the event start/end so I can plan accordingly?*
Check-in: Thursday, April 23, at 4:00 p.m.
Event Concludes: Friday, April 24, at 1:00 p.m.
*Please allow a MINIMUM of 45 minutes for transportation to and/or from Denver International Airport (DIA) and plan your flights accordingly. Our complimentary airport shuttle is only available for students traveling alone. See more information below.
Does CCU provide transportation to and/or from Denver International Airport (DIA)?
CCU is pleased to provide complimentary airport transportation for students traveling unaccompanied at the scheduled pick-up and drop-off times only. Prior to booking your flight, contact your enrollment counselor to confirm your shuttle reservation. CCU is approximately 45 minutes from DIA. Please plan your arrival and departure times carefully to align with our shuttle pickup and drop-off times.
- Shuttle Pickup from DIA to CCU: Thursday, April 23 at 3:00 p.m.
- Shuttle Departure from CCU to DIA: Friday, April 24 at 1:30 p.m.
The deadline to make a shuttle reservation is April 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Am I required to attend BOTH Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24, of this event?
We encourage you to attend both days! Course registration will only be offered in person on Friday, April 24. If you can only attend part of the event, please contact your enrollment counselor to let them know your plans.
Cost-Specific Questions
Is there a charge for this event?
No, the Cougar Days events and meals are all offered at no cost and are completely FREE for students and parents/guests.
Are meals provided for the event?
Yes, all meals during Cougar Days are provided to registered students and parents/guests FREE of charge. Please provide the number of guests you are bringing on your registration form.
Do I need to pay my tuition deposit to attend Cougar Days and register for classes?
Yes, your tuition deposit of $200 must be paid in order to attend Cougar Days and register for classes. You can pay your deposit online.
Can I use my Preferred Admit Visit Scholarship to attend Cougar Days?
Yes, if you haven't visited campus yet, you can qualify for a one-time, $500 travel scholarship to CCU for attending Cougar Days. The $500 travel scholarship is applied directly to your CCU tuition costs. Students must contact their enrollment counselor to get further details on receiving the travel scholarship.
Parent-Specific Questions
Can my parents attend Cougar Days with me?
Yes, parents are welcome and encouraged to attend! There will be parent programming throughout the event. A parent schedule will be provided upon arrival.
Are parents required to attend?
No, students are welcome to attend this event individually. All programs scheduled for parents are optional, so parents are welcome to attend as much or as little of the event as they would like.
Where should my parents stay?
Overnight on-campus housing is only available to students registered for Cougar Days. Parents and other guests can find lodging near campus. Please check our list of local hotels.
If you have any questions, please contact your enrollment counselor.