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Colorado State University
Ranked #148 U.S. News & World Report – Best National Rankings 2022
Why Colorado State University?
Colorado State University, founded in 1870, is one of the nation’s top public research universities and an institution on the rise. Located in the foothills of the beautiful Rocky Mountains in Fort Collins, Colorado, CSU is only an hour from Denver, one of the top 25 largest cities in the US, and a tech hotspot for several international corporations.
At CSU, students have the opportunity to create a truly unique academic path that’s designed around their goals. We’re well-known for our Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering and our College of Business, as well as for being a Tier 1 Carnegie Research University with $398.5M of annual research funding. Students can choose from more than 75 bachelor’s programs and 70 master’s programs. In addition to providing first-class education, CSU believes in the principles of community: inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice. Students will join a supportive campus with award-winning faculty, 2,500+ international students from 112 countries, and access to resources to help them succeed.
Founded
Total students
International students
Student to staff ratio
17:1
Nationalities represented
148
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431
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Campus and location
Colorado State University campuses
Costs and Entry Requirements
Typical costs
While tuition fees, accommodation prices and food costs may vary depending on your chosen degree, student residences and personal spending habits, below you’ll find an estimated cost of attendance at Colorado State University.
Academic year – 2021/2022
Typical costs
While tuition fees, accommodation prices and food costs may vary depending on your chosen degree, student residences and personal spending habits, below you’ll find an estimated cost of attendance at Colorado State University.
Academic year – 2021/2022
Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements for Colorado State University are shown below. Please note that specific admissions requirements may vary by the academic program.
Academic Entry Requirements
GPA: 3.0 (SAT is required for undergraduate declared art, business, journalism, engineering, computer science, and biomedical sciences. If SAT is not provided students will be admitted undeclared in their field.)
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6 Note: students may be granted full admission with lower scores of 5.5 IELTS however they would need to complete an English test that may result in EAP coursework being required alongside regular coursework for 1-2 semesters. TOEFL: 72 Note: students may be granted full admission with lower scores of 60-71 TOEFL however they would need to complete an English test that may result in EAP coursework being required alongside regular coursework for 1-2 semesters. Duolingo: 110 PTEA: 50+ Other Tests: Successful completion of the Intensive English Program (IEP) at CSU
Graduate: Science - Mathematics
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Graduate: Social Sciences And Humanities - Sociology
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Graduate: Science - Computer Science
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Study programs
CSU degree programs
Apply through INTO for a seamless application process designed for international students like you. CSU offers 155 undergraduate and graduate programs focusing on in-demand fields like engineering, computer science, business, and various STEM-designated degrees. The first step to a dream job starts with our degree programs. Search and browse our options below.
Agricultural Biology (B.S)
Agricultural Business (B.S.)
Agricultural Education (B.S.)
Animal Science (B.S.)
Anthropology (B.A.)
Anthropology / Biological Anthropology (B.A.)
Anthropology / Cultural Anthropology (B.A.)
Anthropology/Archaeology (B.A.)
Apparel and Merchandising (B.S.)
Art – Art Education (B.F.A.)
Art – Art History (B.A.)
Art – Drawing (B.F.A.)
Art – Electronic Art (B.F.A.)
Art – Fibers (B.F.A.)
Art – Graphic Design (B.F.A.)
Agricultural Biology (B.S)
Agricultural Business (B.S.)
Agricultural Education (B.S.)
Animal Science (B.S.)
Anthropology (B.A.)
Anthropology / Biological Anthropology (B.A.)
Anthropology / Cultural Anthropology (B.A.)
Anthropology/Archaeology (B.A.)
Apparel and Merchandising (B.S.)
Art – Art Education (B.F.A.)
Art – Art History (B.A.)
Art – Drawing (B.F.A.)
Art – Electronic Art (B.F.A.)
Art – Fibers (B.F.A.)
Art – Graphic Design (B.F.A.)
- GD Degree – Computer Information Systems (M.C.I.S.)
- GD Degree – Finance (M.F.I.N.)
- Impact MBA (M.B.A.)
Accommodation
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Information about accommodation can be found on CSU’s website.
Services and facilities
CSU Facilities
Sustainability is a priority at CSU. We lead the way when it comes to the best buildings and practices and has been recognized as the most sustainable campus in the world according to the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education 2023. CSU has invested $1.6B into our campus over the last 10 years. The Michael Smith Natural Resources Building, the Suzanne and Walter Scott Jr. Bioengineering Building, the Nancy Richardson Design Center, and the Powerhouse Energy Campus are among the many state-of-the-art buildings that bring cutting-edge technology, innovative labs and inspiring classroom space to students’ learning experience
How to apply
How to apply
Fall: February 1 (then rolling) Spring: November 1 (then rolling) For Graduate: Application deadline to apply varies by department. Check with your department to determine the deadline. Graduate VidhyaVaaradhi: Fall Application Impact MBA, MCIS, MFIN: Priority deadline February 1st, Final deadline May 1st. Spring Application MCIS only deadline October 1st .
Application documents required to receive an offer
High School Transcripts High School Diploma Passport English Test Score Accounting Of Time: If applicable University Transcript (transfer students) Proof of Degree (transfer students) Reference Letters: 1 letter of recommendation required for freshman only Personal Statement: Required for freshman only Unofficial documents are permitted for evaluation purposes. Official documents should be sent by mail to the school prior to arrival. Colorado State University, Office of Admissions, 1062 Campus Delivery, Fort Collins, Colorado, 80523, Tel: 970-491-6909
Testing codes
TOEFL: 4075 SAT: 4075 ACT: 504 GRE: 4075 GMAT: department specific
How to apply
Apply via https://vidhyavaaradhi.com/contact-us/ for M.C.I.S., M.F.I.N, and Impact MBA
For all other programs apply via the University website and submit a DEW form https://vidhyavaaradhi.com/contact-us/
Application deadlines
Fall: varies by program Spring: varies by program For Graduate: Application deadline to apply varies by department. Check with your department to determine the deadline. Graduate INTO GAF: Fall Application Impact MBA, MCIS, MFIN: Priority deadline February 1st, Final deadline May 1st. Spring Application MCIS only deadline October 1st .
Application documents required to receive an offer
Passport English Test Score: Proof of English language proficiency is required for applicants from countries or United States territories where there are official languages other than or in addition to English. This includes the United States territories of America Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico. University Transcript Proof of Degree GRE/GMAT: Contact the academic department to verify whether the GRE/GMAT is required. For program contact information, please visit our program pages. Portfolio Reference Letters: A minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation are required from previous instructors or employers who are able to comment on your abilities and potential for graduate study. Personal Statement/Essay Unofficial documents are permitted for evaluation purposes. Work Experience
Testing codes
TOEFL: 4075 SAT: 4075 ACT: 504 GRE: 4075 GMAT: department specific
Post-offer process
Confirmation deadlines
Fall: varies by program Spring: varies by program Confirmation dates may change but usually take around 2-3 weeks from receiving the application.
Preparing for arrival
Before arrival
Create Online Student Account Register for Orientation: The Graduate School is offering a Virtual New Student Orientation regarding graduate student life. The content is intended for resident-instruction students attending courses on campus. This is a good introduction to many of the resources available at the Graduate School and includes a brief presentation on the ethical conduct of research. Apply for Housing (On-Campus and/or Off-Campus): University Apartments are affordable and convenient options for all Rams who have met the first-year Live On requirement. Offering studio, one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments to residents from around the world, University Housing provides a variety of spaces for students of all types who wish to live in an academically supportive and interactive community. Our apartment communities are open to students in their second undergraduate year and above, in a graduate program, those 23 years of age and older, post-doctoral fellows, and students with families. If you are interested in living off campus, Off-Campus Life offers services to students. Airport Transfer Options Available Complete Immunization and Health Forms Enroll in Student Health Insurance: All full-fee paying resident-instruction graduate students enrolled in six credits or more are required to enroll in the CSU student health insurance plan or to opt-out by demonstrating health insurance coverage at a comparable level. For more information, please review the Mandatory Health Insurance page. Submit Final/Official Transcripts and Test Scores: Once you receive your Notice of Graduate Admission, review it and submit any documents that are required to the Graduate School. Delays in submitting the required documentation may prevent you from registering. Please send final transcripts to the Graduate School:
After arrival
Attend Orientation: https://graduateschool.colostate.edu/orientation/
Register for Classes Pay Remaining Tuition and Fees if applicable: Log in to RAMweb to enroll in classes, pay tuition, access grades and more. Online students enroll through CSU Online. All students drop courses through RAMweb Health Screening
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