What do I need to register to vote in Colorado?
You can register to vote in Colorado online, by mailing a completed registration form to your county clerk, or in person at a voter service and polling center. Online and mail registrations must be submitted at least 8 days before Election Day, but you can register in person up to and including Election Day.
Can I register to vote using my college address in Colorado?
Yes, if you consider your campus address your residence, you can register to vote there. If you move to a different dorm or off campus, be sure to update your voter registration with your new address so you vote in the correct district.
What’s the deadline to register to vote in Colorado?
The deadline to register to vote online in Colorado is 8 days before Election Day. Be sure to check the exact date each year.
What form of ID do I need to vote in Colorado?
A Colorado voter voting in person must show an accepted ID like a Colorado driver’s license, U.S. passport, military ID, student ID from a Colorado college, or a government-issued photo ID. Other documents like a utility bill with your name and address can also work.
If voting by mail for the first time after registering, you may need to send a copy of your ID with your ballot. Social Security numbers or Colorado registration documents are not accepted as ID for voting.
I’m originally from another state, can I still vote in my home state while studying in Colorado?
Yes, you can vote in your home state using an absentee ballot, but you'll need to follow your home state's rules and deadlines. You can find the rules for your state on VOTE411 or by contacting your state’s election office.
Does registering to vote affect my financial aid, parents’ taxes, and/or tuition in Colorado?
Registering to vote in your college community will not affect your Federal Financial Aid, status as a dependent on your parents’ taxes, or tuition status.