Foundation for Teaching Economics (FTE) Credit Program

How To Obtain UCCS Credit For Your FTE Course

  1. Make sure you have registered with FTE for your desired course(s).
  2. Find your course in the listings below and click on the course title.
  3. In the information window that opens to the right, click on the button to download the course registration packet. This document will provide you with step-by-step instructions for applying to the Extended Studies Program and accessing your myUCCS student portal account, where you will register and pay for your course credit.
  4. At the conclusion of your course or whenever you wish, request your official UCCS transcript. Go to the Transcript Request Page for instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Socialism & Capitalism

  • GRADUATE CREDIT FOR TEACHERS ONLY
  • Course dates: September 22-December 8, 2026
  • 3 graduate credit hours
  • Tuition: $490 (includes $100 UCCS Canvas Fee)
  • Class# 41050
  • Deadline to register for academic credit: October 6, 2026
Socialism & Capitalism-Online registration packet

Environment & the Economy (E&E)

  • GRADUATE CREDIT FOR TEACHERS ONLY
  • Course dates: October 9-11, 2026
  • 2 graduate credit hours
  • Tuition: $260
  • Class# 13461
  • Deadline to register for academic credit: October 23, 2026
E&E-Cleveland, OH registration packet

Entrepreneurship: Economics of Innovation

  • ONE-DAY IN-PERSON SEMINAR: GRADUATE CREDIT FOR TEACHERS ONLY
  • Course date: October 24, 2026
  • .5 graduate credit hour
  • Tuition: $65
  • Class# 13437
  • Deadline to register for academic credit: November 6, 2026
Entrepreneurship: Economics of Innovation-Baltimore, MD registration packet

Entrepreneurship: Economics of Innovation

  • ONE-DAY VIRTUAL SEMINAR: GRADUATE CREDIT FOR TEACHERS ONLY
  • Course date: December 5, 2026
  • 1 graduate credit hour
  • Tuition: $130
  • Class# 13444
  • Deadline to register for academic credit: December 18, 2026
Entrepreneurship: Economics of Innovation-Virtual registration packet

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College of Letters, Arts & Sciences

The College of Letters, Arts & Sciences (LAS) at UCCS is home to studies in the Humanities, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences. Featuring 21 academic departments and programs, a multitude of centers, and student-centered programs such as Peak Learning Experiences and Peak Ambassadors, LAS has something for everyone at UCCS!

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Access the full menu of student resources at the Extended Studies Academic Outreach web site, including all instructional screens related to applying to the Extended Studies Program at UCCS, claiming your myUCCS student portal account, registering and paying for your course, and many more!

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