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Colorado State University

About Colorado State University

CSU (Colorado State University) was founded in 1870. Colorado Agricultural College was the name of the university's first campus. The university's initial structure, Old Main, was completed in 1878, and the university began accepting students in 1879, with only two faculty members and a president. It currently includes eight colleges that offer education in a variety of subjects. The university has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

The CSU main campus, located in the heart of Fort Collins, spans 586 acres and includes a 101-acre veterinary teaching hospital. There is also an agricultural campus, a mountain campus, and a foothills campus at the university. It also comprises a 4,043-acre tract used by Colorado State Forest Service research centres and stations. The city of Fort Collins is located near the Rocky Mountains, with 14,000-foot peaks and foothills visible and accessible to people. Students and staff members are frequently observed participating in outdoor activities such as rafting, skiing, and hiking.The university is located in a prime and convenient position to the north of Denver's urban area, only an hour's drive from Denver International Airport.

Agriculture, anthropology, environment, engineering, business, sciences, mathematics, arts, biochemistry, geology, geography, philosophy, history, political science, social sciences, economics, design, architecture, journalism, and languages are among the many doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate degree programmes offered by CSU. Over 28,000 students and 1,500 faculty members attend the research-oriented institution. CSU has a strong worldwide network, with a big number of international students and strong ties to a variety of foreign institutions, providing its students with a global perspective.The institution aspires to provide students with high-quality practical and professional training in order to increase their employability.

Colorado State University Rankings

  • #201-300 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
  • #443 World University Ranking - QS 2021
  • #401-500 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #153 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021
  • #280 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021

Colorado State University Course Rankings

Colorado State University Business Courses

  • #111-120 Global MBA - QS 2021
  • #401-500 PG Business and Economics - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #97 UG Business - US News & World Report 2021

Colorado State University Engineering Courses

  • #370 Engineering and Technology - QS 2020
  • #501-600 PG Engineering and Technology - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #81 Mechanical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #38 Civil Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #66 Chemical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #84 Biomedical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #68 Electrical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021

Colorado State University Computers Courses

  • #401-500 PG Computers - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #78 Computer Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021

Colorado State University Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
MBA (1 Courses) 23 month USD 23604
Engineering (1 Courses) 4 year USD 26010
Science (3 Courses) 4 year USD 30495
Management (1 Courses) 4 year USD 26010

Colorado State University Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Engineering IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
Management IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
MBA IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
Science TOEFL , IELTS

Colorado State University International Students Admissions

There isn't much of a distinction between international and domestic students when it comes to the admissions process. International students, on the other hand, must complete additional standards in order to study in the United States.

Application Portal:

Application Fee:

  • Undergraduate: 50 USD
  • Graduate: 70 USD

Admission Requirements: To be considered for admission to Colorado State University, international applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Completed Application
  • Official Transcripts
    • High school/equivalent
    • Bachelors/Masters Degree ( Graduate)(Minimum GPA - 3.0)
    • Foreign Credential Evaluation by WES or ECE
    • Should be accompanied by certified translations if not in English.
  • SAT/ACT Scores
  • GMAT/GRE score for certain graduate programs.
  • Certification of Finances
  • Proof of Financial support
  • Copy of passport
  • Program-specific requirements such as Resume, pre-requisite courses etc.
  • Essay and/or Personal Statement
  • Letters of recommendation
    • Undergraduate: Counselor Recommendation
    • Graduate: 3 LORs.

Colorado State University English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International applicants from non-English speaking nations must submit one of the following scores as proof of English language proficiency:

Undergraduate
TOEFL-IBT 79
PTE Academic 53
IELTS 6.5
Graduate
TOEFL-IBT
TOEFL-PBT
80
550
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58

It is important to remember that TOEFL and IELTS scores should not be older than two years. Depending on the programmes, some departments may require a higher score. Conditional admission may be considered for applicants who have submitted all other application-related documentation except the English language requirements.

Admission Standards - Difficult

SAT 1070/1290
ACT 23/29
GPA 3.61

Applications Accepted - 81.4% 

Applications Due May 11, 2021
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $50

Colorado State University Highlights

College Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
Annual Endowment 376 million USD
Student Retention rate 83%
Total Enrollment 33,694
Student to faculty ratio 18:1
Work-Study program Yes
Mode of program Full-time, Part-time, Online
English Language Proficiency score TOEFL or IELTS Scores
Standardized Test Requirements SAT/ACT
Financial Aid Available as grants, loans, scholarships or work-study
Admission Helpdesk international.admissions@colostate.edu
Official Website colostate.edu

Colorado State University Cost of Attendance

  • The cost of attendance for students attending Colorado State University is calculated by adding the tuition fees, housing and meals, books and supplies, transportation, and other educational costs.
  • The approximate cost of attendance for Undergraduate and Graduate International students, living off-campus is estimated below:
Type of fee Undergraduate (USD) Graduate (USD)
Tuition & General Fees 31,712 30,858
Housing & Meals 11,440 11,440
Books & Supplies 1,200 720
Transportation 1,826 1,826
Other Educational Costs 1,790 1,922
Total 47,968 46,766

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
Student Visa in USA F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More
Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

Colorado State University Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 31,962

Postgraduate

$ 31,108

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 13,038

Campus accommodation

$ 8,280

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.