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Colorado State University

A land-grant research university in Fort Collins, internationally recognised in veterinary medicine and atmospheric science.

QS World #540QS World Rankings 2027
From USD 38,176Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1870Public research university
32,428Students

About the university

Why students choose Colorado State University

A land-grant research university in Fort Collins, internationally recognised in veterinary medicine and atmospheric science.

We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.

Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.

Ways inDirect entry

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Entry requirements

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Source: admissions.colostate.edu

First-year applicants

Apply through the Common App with a USD 65 fee (or waiver), a 250-650 word personal statement and secondary transcripts, with certified English translations if not in English. In general, students with a 3.0+ GPA and steady or rising grades are admitted.

Test policy

ACT and SAT scores are not required and are only reviewed if you ask. Letters of recommendation are not required.

English proficiency

For direct admission: TOEFL iBT 72 (or 4.0 on the new scale from January 2026), IELTS Academic 6.0 or Duolingo 110. Alternatives such as SAT EBRW 520+ or IB HL English grade 5+ are also listed.

Conditional admission

Students who meet the academic standards but lack a qualifying English score can be admitted conditionally and start in the CSU Intensive English Program.

Deadlines

For fall entry, apply by 15 November (early action, non-binding) or 15 January (regular decision) for full admission and automatic scholarship review.

Graduate

The Graduate School requires TOEFL iBT 80 (4.5 new scale), IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120 or PTE 58; some departments set higher scores.

Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.

Fees and scholarships

What Colorado State University costs in 2026-2027

Total estimated funding needed for an undergraduate: USD 62,186 a year including living and other expenses.

International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at international.colostate.edu. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.

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Programmes

Popular courses at Colorado State University

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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.

How it works

Your application to Colorado State University, step by step

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Colorado State University is realistic.

  2. 2

    Choose your course and route

    We match you to the right course and intake.

  3. 3

    Application and offer

    We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.

  4. 4

    Scholarship check

    We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.

  5. 5

    Student visa

    Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.

  6. 6

    Arrival

    Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.

Questions

Studying at Colorado State University: common questions

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How much does Colorado State University cost for international students?

International undergraduate fees for 2026-2027 start from USD 38,176 a year, depending on the course. Total estimated funding needed for an undergraduate: USD 62,186 a year including living and other expenses.

Does Colorado State University offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. International Undergraduate Scholarships (USD 2,000 to USD 12,000 a year). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.

Is there a foundation route into Colorado State University?

GESCO applies to Colorado State University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.

Where is Colorado State University?

Colorado State University is in United States. It was founded in 1870.

Does GESCO charge me to apply to Colorado State University?

The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Colorado State University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.

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Interested in Colorado State University?

Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.

  • Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
  • A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
  • No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so

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