University of Denver is a privately owned entity headquartered in Denver, Colorado, United States. Founded in 1864, it employs approximately 5820 individuals. Functioning as a private research university, the institution reported an enrollment of approximately 6,600 undergraduate students and 6,200 graduate students in 2024. Its 125-acre (0.51 km2) main campus is a designated arboretum and is located five miles (8 km) south of downtown Denver.