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Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO

Travel:

24 hour drive from Charlotte | 3 1/2 hour flight + 1 hour, 5 minute drive

Local Airport:

Denver International Airport

Planning Your Visit
Places to Stay Near Campus

  • Hilton Fort Collins

  • Armstrong Hotel

  • Edwards House

  • The Elizabeth Hotel

Places to Eat

  • The Colorado Room

  • Avogadro's Number

  • Nick's Restaurant and Bar

  • Big Al's Burgers and Dogs

  • Austin's American Grill

  • Beau Jo's Colorado Style Pizza

  • Breckenridge Brewery

  • Cafe Vino

  • Comet Chicken

  • CooperSmith's Pub & Brewing

  • Farm Fusion

Other Schools You Could Add to Your Trip:

  • University of Colorado-Boulder

  • University of Denver

  • Colorado School of Mines

  • University of Wyoming

  • Utah State University

  • University of Kansas

College Snapshot

Located in Fort Collins, Colorado, Colorado State University is a nationally respected public research university known for its welcoming community and hands-on learning. With highly regarded programs in engineering, environmental science, business, and veterinary medicine, CSU combines academic excellence with an unbeatable outdoor lifestyle in one of the most livable college towns in the country.



📊 Admissions Overview

  • Freshman Applicants (2025): 38,520

  • Acceptance Rate: 88.6%

  • Early Action Applicants: 36,973

  • Early Action Admitted: 32,932 (~89%)

  • Test Policy: Test-optional (SAT/ACT considered if submitted)


🎓 Who Gets In

  • Class Rank: 76% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their HS class; 20% in the top 10%.

  • GPA Profile:
    30% had a 4.0 GPA
    18% had 3.75–3.99
    17% had 3.50–3.74
    The majority of admitted students had GPAs above 3.5.

  • Test Scores:
    Middle 50% SAT:     1060–1280
    Average SAT Section Scores: 597 Verbal / 574 Math
    Middle 50% ACT: 24–29+ (average 26)
    67% scored 24+ on the ACT and 46% scored 1200+ on the SAT


📝 What Matters in Admissions

  • Very Important: Academic GPA, rigor of coursework

  • Important: Application essay, class rank, recommendations

  • Considered: Standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, work experience, character/personal qualities, talent/ability, first-generation status, geography

  • Not Considered: Alumni relation, demonstrated interest, or religious affiliation

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