Quick Summary
Colorado State University is a public land-grant research university founded in 1870, located in Fort Collins, United States. Ranked #431 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 33400 students including 5% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 91%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
World-class research opportunities, high sustainability rating, and a vibrant college town atmosphere.
Subject Strengths
Veterinary ScienceAgricultureForestryAtmospheric ScienceEcology
Founded1870
TypePublic Land-grant Research University
Total Students33400
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio17
CampusUrban/Residential
Campus Size4773 acres
Affiliated HospitalsJames L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital, UCHealth Partnership
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#431
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
76 undergraduate majors, 158 graduate programs
Programs
62
PhD Programs
CSU Online offers over 50 degrees and certificates
Online Programs
Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA), Energy Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate91%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GREDepartment dependent
GMATDepartment dependent
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight community service, leadership, and personal resilience in the personal statement.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$33,500/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$18,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$31,200/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$52,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableWestern Undergraduate Exchange (WUE), Green and Gold Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidFAFSA, Federal Grants, Loans
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 76 undergraduate majors, 158 graduate programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biomedical Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$63,400
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local tech and agricultural industries
Industry Connections
USDANOAAHewlett PackardOtterBox
Notable Alumni
Becky Hammon, John Amos, Leslie Jones, Yusef Komunyakaa
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Canvas Stadium, Moby Arena, Student Recreation Center
Student Clubs
500
Library Resources
Morgan Library, Water Resources Archive
Exchange Programs
Education Abroad programs in over 70 countries
Summer Programs
Available