Colorado State University
Overview
Get a life-changing education from a top-ranked research university while studying alongside nearly 2,000 international students from more than 100 countries.
- Top 300 Best Global Universities (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2017).
- #7 Environmental Science and Engineering program globally (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2018).
- #2 Best State for Jobs (U.S. News & World Report 2017).
- #91 Best Undergraduate Business School (U.S. News & World Report 2018).
- 83% of international undergraduates and 93% of international graduate students secure their plans or receive a job offer within six months of graduation (Colorado State University First Destination & Satisfaction Report 2018).
- #58 Top Public School (U.S. News & World Report 2018) (U.S. News & World Report 2018).
- #70 Best Undergraduate Engineering Program (U.S. World & News Report 2018).
- Most Entrepeneurial Universities (Forbes Magazine 2014).
- 22 graduate programs ranked in Top 100
(U.S. News and World Report 2018). - #124 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018).
- Top 300 Best Global Universities (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2017).
- #481-500 University Ranking (QS University World Rankings 2018).
Quick facts
- Founded in 1870
- Total number of students: 33,877
- Number of international students: 1,862
- Nationalities represented: 112
Why this University?
Courses
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
International Year One
International Year One allows students to begin earning credits toward their degree even if they don’t meet the academic and English requirements for direct entry.
- International YearOne in Agricultural Sciences
- International Year One in Business Administration/Economics
- International Year One in Computer Science
- International Year One in Dance
- International Year One in Data Science
- International Year One in Engineering
- International Year One in General
- International Year One in Languages, Literatures and Cultures – French or Spanish
- International Year One in Life Sciences Pre-Health Professions
- International Year One in Mathematics
Transfer Program
A customized program allowing students to transfer credits and apply them toward their degree.
- Undergraduate Transfer Program
Direct Entry
If your student meets the academic and English language requirements for the degree program, they can apply directly to the university program.
Graduate Pathway
Graduate Pathway program offering the academic foundation, essential language skills and GMAT/GRE test preparation to successfully move on to master’s degrees.
- Graduate Pathway in Applied Statistics
- Graduate Pathway in Chemical Engineering
- Graduate Pathway in Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering
- Graduate Pathway in Civil Engineering – Water Resources
- Graduate Pathway in Computer Engineering – Computer Architecture/Embedded System
- Graduate Pathway in Computer Engineering – Computer Engineering
- Graduate Pathway in Computer Engineering – High Performance Computing
- Graduate Pathway in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering – Robotics: Vision
- Graduate Pathway in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering – Robotics: Robot Control
- Graduate Pathway in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering Additional Areas of Study
Academic English
An intensive program offering students rapid progress in preparation for an academic degree.
- Academic English
Top Subjects
- Business
- Civil Engineering
- Statistics
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
Key rankings
- Most Entrepeneurial Universities (Forbes Magazine 2014).
- 22 graduate programs ranked in Top 100
(U.S. News and World Report 2018). - #124 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018).
- Top 300 Best Global Universities (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2017)
Student success
Take a look at our student progression results in all programs for 2018-19:
Eligible: 95.6% of students who successfully completed the Pathway program and qualified for admission as degree-seeking students.
Enrolled: 94.4% of students who enrolled as degree-seeking students in their next term of degree study at their host university.
INTO North America Progression Record 2018-19, 31st of October 2019
Campus and location
1. Fort Collins Campus
Spectacular scenery, recreational opportunities, sunny climate, world-class healthcare and excellent facilities for arts and culture make Fort Collins your ideal place to live. People love the city so much that it’s ranked the #3 Happiest and Healthiest City in America (Gallup-Healthways Survey, 2014).
Accommodation
For students applying for direct entry to university accommodation information can be found on the university website.
Student Residences
- Convenient locations on campus close to classrooms, library and recreation center
- Supportive and involved live-in staff
- Securely locked doors on the exterior and interior of the buildings
- Free high-speed internet and cable TV service
- Student kitchens, laundry facilities, study rooms and lounges with TVs and games such as billiards and table tennis
- Alcohol-, drug- and smoke-free bulidings
University facilities
There’s always something to do at CSU. Students can join one of the 650 clubs, organizations or sports teams; meet up with friends at a concert or performance; or “get their green on” and cheer on one of the 14 CSU Division I athletic teams.
Scholarship
Scholarships below are for non-resident, first-time freshmen admitted to a degree-seeking program on CSU’s main campus in Fort Collins.
- All scholarships are for students starting in the fall or spring, unless noted otherwise; scholarships are not awarded to students starting in the summer term.
- All awards require enrollment in on-campus credits and students in CSU Online programs are not eligible.
- Students who have attended another college or university after high school graduation are not eligible.
Award Amount and Renewal
A total of $40,000 – $20,000 ( $10,000 – $5,000 per year, half paid each semester-fall/spring) will be awarded to merit scholars who meet the selection and renewal criteria. These students may receive this award for up to a total of eight (8) semesters, or until their degree is complete, whichever comes first.
Notification
Students who meet eligibility requirements will be notified via mail. The award will also be posted to RAMweb in the Financial Aid Awards section.
Eligibility
Academic criteria requirements have yet to be announced for the 2021-2022 academic year! More information will be forthcoming about how we will determine eligibility for merit scholarships.
To be considered for an award, students must be admitted to a full-time degree seeking program on Colorado State University’s main campus for the fall or spring terms. CSU Online students are not eligible.
Students must also submit a complete application for admission by the priority date of February 1. Students who met the February 1 application date can submit new test scores and transcripts until May 1 to strengthen their scholarship eligibility.
Note: Students cannot receive the Presidential, Provost’s, Dean’s, or Academic Recognition scholarships with the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) award, the Native American Legacy Award, or the GI Promise, HB 15-1294 GI Benefits and Yellow Ribbon programs. If a student is awarded one of these scholarships and qualifies for a higher award, the lower valued award will be cancelled.
National Merit Finalists who list CSU as their first-choice institution with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation will automatically receive the Presidential Scholarship, as will National Hispanic Scholars and National Achievement Scholars.
Award Amount and Renewal
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) award offers a reduced tuition rate for those new first-time, non-resident freshmen, from eligible states and territories who meet the academic criteria for the award.
Award amount: for the 2020-2021 year, the annual estimated value of the WUE award is $10,100 (based on 2019-2020 tuition and fees); amount subject to change based on tuition and fees for each year.
Renewal criteria: maintain 3.0 GPA and Satisfactory Academic Progress. WUE scholars who meet the selection and renewal criteria can receive this award for up to a total of eight (8) semesters, or until their degree is complete, whichever comes first.
Eligibility criteria
To be considered for the WUE award first-time non-resident freshmen must:
- Be seeking a degree through Colorado State University’s main campus (not CSU Online)
- Be a resident of a WUE eligible state and meet the academic criteria requirements for the scholarship. These have yet to be announced for the 2021-2022 academic year! More information will be forthcoming about how we will determine eligibility for merit scholarships.
- Submit a complete application for admission by the priority date of February 1. WUE will continue to be awarded on an on-going basis until August 1st provided funds remain available (WUE is not awarded to students starting in the summer terms).
- Students cannot receive the WUE award with the Presidential, Provost’s, Dean’s or Academic Recognition Scholarships, nor the Native American Legacy Award, GI Promise, HB 15-1294 GI Benefits or Yellow Ribbon programs.
ACT & SAT scores do not consider written sections; super scoring may be used on ACT & SAT combined scores.
WUE Eligible States
Alaska
Arizona
California
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
Guam
Hawaii
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oregon
South Dakota
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
Award Amount
A total of $4,000 ($1,000 per year) will be awarded to students who are admitted to, and participate in, the University Honors Program.
Details and Application
For more information about the Honors Program, please visit the University Honors Program website.
Award Amount and Renewal
Partnership scholars who meet the selection and renewal criteria may receive $20,000 ($5,000 per year) for up to a total of eight (8) semesters, or until their degree is complete, whichever comes first.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Partnership Award first-time non-resident freshmen must:
- Have participated in a CSU Partnership program for non-resident students (Black Issues Forum, Lorenzo De Zavala Youth Legislative Session, or the Native Education Forum).
- Be admitted to full-time degree seeking program on Colorado State University’s main campus for the fall term. CSU Online students are not eligible and awards are not made to students starting in the Spring nor Summer terms.
- Submit a complete application for admission by the priority date of February 1. Admitted students (who met the February 1 application date) can submit new test scores and transcripts until March 1 to strengthen their application for admission, however funding may be limited after February 1.
Students who have been involved with multiple CSU Partnerships will receive only one Partnership Award.
Notification
Students who meet eligibility requirements and are selected for the award, will be notified via mail. The award will also be posted to RAMweb in the Financial Aid Awards section.
The NALA award is a scholarship for qualified students who are citizens of state or federally recognized tribes, or descendents of tribally enrolled citizens.
Award Amount and Renewal
Undergraduate students who are enrolled full time (12+ credits each term) will receive a Native American Legacy Award of $18,000 per academic year. Students who are enrolled half time or three-quarter time will receive a prorated amount. For students who are enrolled less than half time, awards will be calculated based on the number of credits a student has.
Graduate students who are enrolled full time (9+ credits each term) will receive a Native American Legacy Award of $15,000 per academic year. Students who are enrolled half time or three-quarter time will receive a prorated amount. For students who are enrolled less than half time, awards will be calculated based on the number of credits a student has.
Eligibility and Details
Admitted non-resident, degree seeking students on Colorado State University’s main campus (CSU Online students are not eligible) who are
- Registered citizens of an eligible tribe
OR - Can prove that their parent is a registered member of a state or federally recognized tribe
OR - Not enrolled in a tribe, and who do not have a parent enrolled in a tribe, may qualify if they demonstrate a blood quantum of one-half Native American ancestry. This quantum must not necessarily be of one tribe, but of all tribes combined, from recognized tribes under this policy. Typically this is shown with evidence of parents’ certificates of Indian Blood.
- Registered citizens of an eligible tribe
How Do I Apply?
- Submit a completed application for admission
- Submit proof of tribal citizenship or membership no later than 15 business days before the start of the academic term
Scholarships Requiring a Separate Application
Award amounts vary and are awarded to students with talent in art, creative writing, dance, music, or theater. To apply, contact the department from which you wish consideration.
Art: Department of Art
Undergraduate students majoring in art are eligible and are automatically considered
G100 Visual Arts, 1770 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1770
(970) 491-6774
Creative Writing: Department of English
Deadline: October of award year
359 Eddy, 1773 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1773
(970) 491-6428
Dance: Dance Program
Dance majors only. Auditions held during high school visitation days and the first week of the fall semester.
120 University Center for the Arts, 1778 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1778
(970) 491-5562
Music: Music Program
Auditions held with the faculty appropriate to instrument or vocal range. Preference given to music majors. Please contact the Music Program at the number listed above for the current schedule of Audition Days.
120 University Center for the Arts, 1778 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1778
(970) 491-5529
Theatre
Auditions or portfolio reviews held during high school visitation days with appropriate faculty and the first week of each semester. Theatre majors only.
120 University Center for the Arts, 1778 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1778
(970) 491-5562
Do I qualify for a scholarship?
To find out whether you are eligible to apply, you’ll need to take a look at the requirements for each individual scholarship. If you are not eligible for one particular scholarship, there may be another you can apply for instead.
What types of scholarship are available?
This scholarship is available for the duration of the Pathway only, and is for students enrolled in a 1-Semester, 2-Semester or 3-Semester Pathway program.
Maximum value | $10,000 |
Eligibility | Varies, contact your INTO representative. |
This scholarship is available for the duration of the Pathway only, and is for students enrolled in a 1-Semester, 2-Semester or 3-Semester Pathway program.
Maximum value | $6,000 |
Eligibility | Cascaded students admitted to Pathway program. |
This merit-based scholarship is available to students who have successfully completed a Pathway program and progress to CSU. The maximum value paid per year is $5,000.
Maximum value | $15,000 |
Eligibility | Achieve 3.5 GPA in the International Year One or Undergraduate Transfer Program and then maintain 3.0 GPA.
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This merit-based scholarship is available to students who have successfully completed a Pathway program and progress to CSU. The maximum value paid per year is $4,000.
Maximum value | $8,000 |
Eligibility | Achieve 3.75 GPA in the Graduate Pathway Program. |
This merit-based scholarship is available to students who enroll directly into a degree program without completing a Pathway program first. The maximum value paid per year is $8,000.
For information on CSU Merit-Based scholarships visit the CSU scholarships page.
Maximum value | $32,000 |
Eligibility | Directly admitted first-time freshmen with 3.3+ GPA |
This merit-based scholarship is available to students who enroll directly into a degree program without completing a Pathway program first. The maximum value paid per year is $10,000.
For information on CSU Merit-Based scholarships visit the CSU scholarships page.
Maximum value | $40,000 |
Eligibility | Directly admitted first-time freshmen with:
^Redesigned SAT scores. To convert scores prior to May 2016, visit collegereadiness.collegeboard.org. Scholarships are automatically available to international students with qualifying SAT/ACT scores and GPA. International students without SAT/ACT will be evaluated for scholarship qualification. |
This scholarship is available to students who enroll directly into an Honors degree program without completing a Pathway program first. The maximum value paid per year is $1,000.
For information on CSU Merit-Based scholarships visit the CSU scholarships page.
Maximum value | $4,000 |
Eligibility | Directly admitted first-time freshmen admitted to an Honors program. |
This is a merit-based scholarship with competitive selection. It’s available to students who enroll directly into a degree program without completing a Pathway program first. The maximum value paid per year is $5,000.
For information on CSU Merit-Based scholarships visit the CSU scholarships page.
Maximum value | $10,000 |
Eligibility | Non-resident transfers pursuing first bachelor’s degree |
The amount of money available through scholarships can vary. Remember that a scholarship will only cover some of your tuition fees. You will still have to fund your remaining tuition fees and your accommodation, insurance, visa and other living costs in full. For more information, see our fees and finance page.
Students must submit a completed CSU application for scholarship consideration. No additional scholarship application is required. For full details, including deadlines, visit: sfs.colostate.edu/scholarships.
Tuition fees
Admission Requirements & Deadline
Securing a student visa can take at least six weeks, so you’re encouraged to apply early.
All information is provided as a guide and does not guarantee entry. Admissions decisions are at the discretion of the university.
High school diploma: 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale
SAT: Required
IETS: 6.5
TOEFL: 79
Application Deadlines
Spring 2020: December 1st, 2020
Fall 2020: July 1st, 2020
Please note: dates are at the discretion of the university and subject to change. It is recommended that applications are submitted at least 7 days prior to the above deadlines.
Application documents required to receive an offer
- Applicant declaration
- High school transcripts
- Passport
- English test score
- Letter of recommendation (freshman only)
- Personal statement (freshman only)
- Accounting of time*
- University transcripts*
- Proof of degree*
*student will be notified if required
Testing codes
TOEFL: 5828
SAT: 5828
ACT: 0761
