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About Colorado State University-Fort Collins

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Colorado State University-Fort Collins is a public research university in Fort Collins, CO, known for its public research university, high acceptance rate, and stem focused programs. With an acceptance rate of 91%, CSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 5,573 students each year. CSU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1080–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. CSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,765 per year; the sticker price of $47,485 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Colorado State University-Fort Collins acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

91%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1180
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1080 – 1280 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 23 – 29

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Colorado State University-Fort Collins

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Application Strategy
CSU Fort Collins admits over 90 percent of applicants, so your GPA and course rigor in high school are the strongest factors driving your admission decision. Make sure your transcript shows a solid upward trend or consistent performance in college prep courses.
Test Score Strategy
CSU is test optional and admits most applicants without scores, so if your score falls below their 75th percentile, focus your application energy on your GPA and coursework rather than submitting a score that could work against you.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Colorado State University-Fort Collins actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$13.3k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$14.5k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$15.9k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$21.9k
110k+~$47k/yr$29.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

67%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$50k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
23,045
Undergrad Enrollment
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