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- FAFSA School Code: 001350
- Phone: (303) 233-0000 x00
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
81.35%FINANCIAL AID RATE
80%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
78FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,214Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Colorado State University
1575 Hoyt St, Lakewood, CO
Colorado State University (CSU) is a leading public research university located in Fort Collins, Colorado. CSU is named as the "university of choice" for residents of Colorado. The university offers more than 150 programs of study and 55 departments in eight colleges. It has excellent academic programs in science, math, business, creative writing, engineering and technology. It also has top professional programs in veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, journalism and agriculture, atmospheric science, sustainability and clean energy, among others.
CSU is considered one of the best undergraduate education institutions in the nation, and deemed one of the "Best in the West" universities overall by education services company, The Princeton Review. CSU offers a combination of excellent academics and affordability for graduate-level and undergraduate-level students, along with some unique programs, that makes it a popular choice for many. One unique program is offered through the university's School of Global Environmental Sustainability, which allows students to add environmental courses to their major and receive training in a broad range of environmental issues.
History
Colorado State University was founded in 1870 as a land-grant college called "Agricultural College of Colorado." It's first students (five of them) enrolled in 1879.
By 1882 the school had 24 women among its student body, and over the years the curriculum was expanded from its popular agriculture and engineering programs to include programs in typewriting and stenography, that were tailored more for women.
Academics
The academic calendar for Colorado State University follows the semester format with fall and spring semesters, and three shorter summer terms.
Colleges and Schools
- Agricultural Sciences
- Applied Human Sciences
- Business
- Engineering
- Liberal Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
- Warner College of Natural Resources
- Graduate School
- Online Plus (Distance Learning School)
- School of the Arts
- School of Biomedical Engineering
- School of Education
- School of Global Environmental Sustainability
- School of Social Work
Student Life
The student activities and resources on the Colorado State University campus are plentiful. There are more than 200 student groups, clubs and organizations to become involved in, as well as helpful resources like the RamRide program. Modeled after the CARPOOL program at Texas A&M, RamRide is a safe ride program for students who need safe, carpool-style transportation during the nighttime (RamRide is available Thursday through Saturday.)
A "Twilight Garden Series" is offered to students and gardeners of all abilities. This is a series of three, 2-hour workshops. There are many intramural sports activities available in all seasons, including ski trips and the Colorado State Ultimate Frisbee League.
Live music concerts are available at the Lory Student Center, among other arts and entertainment offered on campus. On campus housing is available, along with many on-campus dining options. There are several chapters of fraternities and sororities at CSU.
Traditions
The CSU school colors are green and gold and the school mascot is the ram.
Athletics
The Colorado State "Rams" athletics teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, and there are always many vocal Rams fans at the college's sporting events.
Men's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Water Polo
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Community Life
Fort Collins City Parks, Colorado State Parks, and Rocky Mountain National Park offer plenty of outdoor recreation for CSU students in the area around campus and Fort Collins, Colorado. Ski Colorado offers ski vacation packages so students can enjoy the world-class ski slopes in the area during the winter months.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Colorado State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Colorado State University has a total student population of about 33,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 16% enrolling as graduate students and 78% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $9,400-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $28,000-$33,780
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $430-$510 per unit
- Out-of-State: $1,400-$1,700 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 80% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 61% | $8,641 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 46% | $7,293 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Colorado State University may provide services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- Music Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Master's in Public Health (M.P.H.) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Colorado State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FBS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Mountain West Conference)
- Track and Field (Mountain West Conference)
- Football (Mountain West Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Colorado State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, D, M)
- Equine Studies (B)
- Agriculture (M)
- Horticulture (B)
Architecture
- Landscape Architect (B, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D)
- Wildlife Biology (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Science (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B, D, M)
- Microbiology (B, D, M)
- Zoology (B, D, M)
- Biotechnology (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
- Molecular Biology (D, M)
- Botany (D, M)
- Exercise Physiology (D)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science (B, M)
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering (M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Systems Engineering (C, D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B, D, M)
- Apparel and Textiles Management (B, M)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Veterinary Medicine (D)
- Occupational Therapy (D, M)
- Environmental Health (B, D, M)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (B, C, D, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental and Wildlife Management (B, C, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, M)
Physical Sciences
- Geology (B, D, M)
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Meteorology (D, M)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Organizational Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, C, D, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, M)
- Parks and Recreation Management (B, C, D, M)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Music (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Dance (B)
- Interior Design (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Colorado State University.
- University of Northern Colorado in Sterling, CO (24 miles away)
- University of Colorado at Boulder in Broomfield, CO (40 miles away)
- University of Wyoming in Laramie, WY (57 miles away)
- Colorado School of Mines in Rangely, CO (57 miles away)
- Metropolitan State College of Denver in Grand Junction, CO (58 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001350
- Phone: (303) 233-0000 x00
- School Homepage