Founded in Boulder in 1876, the University of Colorado has evolved into a network of four unique campuses, each set against the dramatic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains: the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of Colorado Denver, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. CU is a premier teaching and research institution. It is among the top 10 public universities in the United States for federally sponsored research expenditures tracked by the National Science Foundation, and the university distinguishes itself in a variety of endeavors that contribute to the intellectual vibrancy, health and economic well-being of Colorado, the nation, and the world. (less info)