> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://svvsd-ldt.cu.studio/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # How to Apply - URL: https://svvsd-ldt.cu.studio/how-to-apply/ - Published: 2026-08-28T00:16:55.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-28T11:32:02.000Z - Author: Brad Hinson **Application Deadline: November 1\.** You will need a current resume, transcripts from previous institutions, two letters of recommendation, and a written letter of intent. You can stop and resume the application in progress if needed. An application fee of $50 is due upon submission. Click on each step below (↴) to reveal detailed instructions, or download a more detailed [Application Guide PDF](https://docdrop.cu.studio/SVVSD/St%20Vrain%20Learning%20Design%20and%20Technology%20CU%20Denver%20Application%20Guide.pdf?ref=svvsd-ldt.cu.studio) with images. ### Documents Needed #### Transcripts ↴ Unofficial transcripts for any post-secondary (after high school) academic institutions where you earned more than 12 credits. - Unofficial transcripts are transcripts uploaded or submitted by the applicant. - If you have transfer credits that appear on a degree transcript, we still require the transcript from the institution where you earned the transfer credits. - If you attended any University of Colorado campuses, you must still list this institution and submit an unofficial transcript; we will pull an official transcript on your behalf during the review process. You will be required to submit official transcripts during your first term of enrollment. To be considered official, the transcript must be sent directly from your prior university/college. #### Recommendation Letters (2) ↴ Two letters of recommendation are required from previous instructors or employers who can comment on your abilities and potential for graduate study. Recommenders may be colleagues, faculty, supervisors, or administrators. Ask for an email address they will check frequently and submit with your application. They will be contacted about uploading their recommendation letter. ****Please ask your recommenders to:** - Write their letter on official letterhead - Date and sign their letter - Watch for the email; they often miss it due to email filters. Check Spam. - The email subject will be: ****Recommendation Request - CU Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus** #### Written Statement ↴ Write a letter of intent, approximately 2-3 pages in length, standard margins, 12 pt. font. - Address the letter, ****Dear LDT Program.** - Briefly introduce yourself. Tell us how your background and experience brought you here. **Who are you?* - This cohort will function as an active learning community. Tell us what you hope to gain from this program, and what you intend to contribute to this community. **Why this program? What outcomes do you anticipate?* Faculty will evaluate your ability to follow directions, write professionally and clearly, and actively contribute to the LDT learning community. --- #### Step 1: Start ↴ ➡ Go to the [****Applying to a Graduate Degree Programs**](https://education.ucdenver.edu/academic-services/admissions/how-to-apply-graduate-degree?ref=svvsd-ldt.cu.studio) page ➡ Click ****Start your application** Note: You can save your application and return anytime to finish it. #### Step 2: Account Access ↴ ➡ If you are new to CU Denver, click ****Create an account** - Enter your legal name for your academic record. - Use your personal email. - Save your password! **or* ➡ If you are returning to CU Denver, click ****Sign in**. Use Retrieve Username and/or Retrieve Password as necessary. #### Step 3: Start New Application ↴ ➡ Ensure you are logged in, then click ****Start New Application** (bottom of the page) **then* ➡ Select application type ****Graduate Admissions** ➡ Click the ****Create Application** button **then* ➡ Select ****Graduate Admissions** ➡ Click the ****Open Application** button #### Step 4: Data Entry ↴ ➡ Enter your ****Biographical Information** **then* ➡ Complete the ****Academic Interest** form with these details: - Master's Only, EdS Only, or with Licenses and Endorsements - Learning Design and Technology - Learning Design and Technology MA Only - Certificate option: Digital & Inclusive Pedagogies - Subplan: St Vrain (Northern Metro) - Spring 2027 #### Step 5: Finish Up ↴ Click through and complete the following sections. - Upload copies of your transcripts. - Answer program questions - Upload your written statement and resume - Student Conduct **The University of Colorado Denver values the success of every student and provides a safe environment for the university community. Understanding each student is an important aspect of this process. Please note that any "Yes" responses to student conduct questions will NOT automatically disqualify you from consideration, but rather helps us to understand your life story and make a more informed admission decision. Be transparent about your academic history. Disclose any relevant criminal history. Note that this information will be handled confidentially and will be considered with the utmost discretion.* - Residency - Signature - Review - Finalize Application and Pay --- ### After You Apply **1) Evaluation (November) -** After you submit your application and we have all your materials (including your recommendation letters), it will be reviewed by our program faculty. To check your status, please log in to your application status page. **2) Decision (December) -** Once you are admitted, you will receive a decision notification to your email address listed on your application. **3) Response -** Please respond to your admissions offer promptly. **4) Matriculation -** The system can take a few days to sync, but once you are matriculated, you will receive your 9-digit CU Denver student ID via email, and instructions on next-steps. At this point you are eligible to enroll in courses. **5) Enrollment (December) -** The last step is to register your spring courses. Once you are matriculated, you will receive enrollment steps from your CPE Program Manager, Juliane Shindo ([juliane.shindo@ucdenver.edu](mailto:juliane.shindo@ucdenver.edu)). **6) Classes Begin (January 19, 2027)** --- Subscribe to this site for updates, announcements, and instructions going forward.