Denver Public Schools juniors with a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or higher will be guaranteed admission into the University of Colorado Denver, the university announced Tuesday.

“As Denver’s premier public urban research institution, today’s announcement reinforces our deep commitment to the city and, most importantly, to the students of Denver Public Schools,” CU Denver Chancellor Kenneth T. Christensen, said in a statement.

After the agreement is signed with DPS, all eligible seniors graduating with a 3.0 GPA or higher will also be admitted with their application fee waived.

According to a press release, CU Denver graduates earn, on average, more than $2 million over their lifetimes.

“Guided by our public service mission, we are proud to expand pathways to CU Denver and help drive economic mobility for DPS students, their families, and their communities,” Christensen said.

Founded in 1973, CU Denver offers more than 100 degrees in seven schools and colleges up to doctoral programs as well as professional and continuing education options.

Quan Huynh, a Thomas Jefferson High School graduate, is expected to attend CU Denver this fall as a biology major.

Huynh said she believes this is “a great opportunity for students.”

This partnership — both university and DPS officials said — reflects a commitment to expanding opportunity and advancing social mobility

“Denver Public Schools is deeply committed to expanding higher education opportunities for our students,” DPS Superintendent Alex Marrero, said in the news release. “Higher education is one of many paths for our students after high school, and this partnership with CU Denver is a milestone that provides accessible, quality education, empowering them to thrive personally and professionally in Colorado.”

Editor’s Note: Class Notes is a recurring update on area school districts from education reporter Nicole C. Brambila.