Nearpeer

Discover your community: Make friends, find support, and thrive with Nearpeer.

What is Nearpeer

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We know how important it is to feel connected from the very beginning. That’s why UCCS offers Nearpeer—an exclusive platform designed to help first-year and transfer students build meaningful connections and friendships before they even arrive on campus.

At UCCS, we’re committed to helping you succeed by fostering a strong sense of connection and community. Nearpeer makes it easy to connect with peers who share your interests, backgrounds, and goals.

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Join Nearpeer today

Join Nearpeer today!

Questions about Nearpeer? Contact us:

Questions about Nearpeer? Contact us: nearpeer@uccs.edu

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Why use Nearpeer?

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  • Exclusive access for admitted students: Nearpeer is only available to UCCS students, ensuring a safe and supportive community.
  • Find your people: Connect with students based on interests, hobbies, and experiences.
  • Ease your transition to college: Find friends, study partners, and feel more confident about starting your journey at UCCS.
  • Improve your success: Students with strong connections are more likely to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
  • Stay informed: Discover events, opportunities, and resources tailored to your needs.

How it works:

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  1. Admitted students only: Gain access to Nearpeer within 1-2 weeks of being admitted. You’ll receive an email when your account is ready to be set up.
  2. Sign up: Use your @uccs.edu email or the personal email you used when applying to UCCS.
  3. Create your profile: Share a little about yourself— your major, interests, and goals. Select a wide range of interests, as Nearpeer’s algorithm matches you with students who have the most in common with you.
  4. Start connecting: Join groups, message peers, and start building your support circle.

Features you'll love:

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  • Group chats: Join conversations about school, wellness, hobbies, and more.
  • Personalized connections: Meet students with similar interests and backgrounds.
  • Real-time support: Get tips, guidance, and answers from staff and student leaders to help with registration, campus life, and more.
  • Support at every step: Form study groups, share resources, and connect with peers on your academic journey.