Colorado State University’s purpose is to ensure students can realize their dreams and impact the world through access to innovative and relevant academic programming, an incomparable student experience, extraordinary faculty and staff, research and new knowledge discovery to solve global challenges, and state-of-the-art working and learning environments.
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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
Top reasons to study here
- Colorado State University is recognized as one of the premier research institutions and routinely ranks in the top of all American Universities in research.
- At Colorado State, we concentrate on student experience.
- The borders of your notes are always covered in sketches and ideas.
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (51)
- Bachelor Anthropology
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- B.Sc. Data Science - Economics
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. Ethnic Studies
- B.Sc. Geography
- B.Sc. Geology - Geophysics
- B.A. Political Science
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.A. Sociology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (49)
- B.Sc. Animal Science
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biological Science
- Bachelor Biology
- B.Sc. Biomedical Sciences
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.A. Economics
- B.Sc. Engineering Science
- Bachelor Forest and Rangeland Stewardship
- B.Sc. Geology - Geophysics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Microbiology
- B.Sc. Natural Sciences
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Physics
- B.Sc. Statistics
Arts, Design & Architecture (43)
- B.F.A. Art
- B.A. Art
- B.A. Art - Art Education
- B.A. Art - Art History
- BFA Art - Drawing
- BFA Art - Fibers
- BFA Art - Painting
- BFA Art - Pottery
- BFA Art - Sculpture
- B.A. Dance
- B.Sc. Landscape Architecture
- B.A. Music
- BM Music
- Concentration Option Music - Music Education - Choral
- Concentration Option Music - Music Education - Instrumental
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - Jazz Studies
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - Piano
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - Piano Pedagogy
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - String Pedagogy
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - Voice
- B.A. Theatre
Agriculture & Forestry (40)
- B.Sc. Agricultural Education
- B.Sc. Animal Science
- B.Sc. Equine Science
- Bachelor Forest and Rangeland Stewardship
- B.Sc. Horticulture
- B.Sc. Soil and Crop Sciences
- B.Sc. Zoology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (36)
- B.Sc. Environmental Health
- Bachelor Forest and Rangeland Stewardship
- B.Sc. Geology
- B.Sc. Geology - Geology
- B.Sc. Geology - Geophysics
- B.Sc. Geology - Hydrogeology
- B.Sc. Natural Resource Tourism
- B.Sc. Restoration Ecology
- B.Sc. Soil and Crop Sciences
- B.Sc. Watershed Science
Business & Management (31)
- B.Sc. Agricultural Business
- B.Sc. Agricultural Education
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- B.Sc. Construction Management
- B.A. Economics
Applied Sciences & Professions (29)
- B.S.W. Social Work
Humanities (29)
- Bachelor Anthropology
- B.F.A. Art
- BFA Art - Painting
- B.A. English
- B.A. English - Language
- B.A. English - Literature
- B.A. History
- B.A. History - Language
- B.A. Liberal Arts
- B.A. Philosophy
Education & Training (24)
- B.Sc. Agricultural Education
- B.A. Art - Art Education
- Concentration Option Music - Music Education - Choral
- Concentration Option Music - Music Education - Instrumental
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - Piano Pedagogy
- Concentration Option Music - Performance - String Pedagogy
Engineering & Technology (20)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Construction Management
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Engineering Science
- Bachelor Mechanical Engineering
Medicine & Health (17)
- B.Sc. Animal Science
- B.Sc. Biomedical Sciences
- B.Sc. Environmental Health
Computer Science & IT (14)
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Data Science - Economics
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (9)
- B.Sc. Hospitality Management
- B.Sc. Natural Resource Tourism
Law (2)
Journalism & Media (1)
About
History
Colorado State University's first main building, Old Main, was built in 1878.
On July 1, 1985, the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System (then the State Board of Agriculture) created a higher education system incorporating Colorado State University (CSU), Fort Lewis College, and the University of Southern Colorado.
Education
Finding your state isn’t about fitting into a mold. It’s about combining your unique skills, passions and experiences with something bigger than yourself.
Research
Colorado State University is recognized as one of the premier research institutions and routinely ranks in the top of all American Universities in research expenditures. The Office of the Vice President for Research has overall responsibility for facilitating the research enterprise at Colorado State University. The Office works to encourage and support the development, marketing and application of Colorado State University’s intellectual property and our world-renowned researchers, students and facilities.
Career
- Openlands Forestry Crew Leader
- New York Minute Magazine Executive Assistant to Founder (Virtual Internship)
- ADCS Clinics Medical Assistant
- San Diego Corporate Law, A Professional Law Corporation Administrative Assistant to Attorney - Part Time
- Ma Labs, Inc. Software Engineer
- Alston & Bird LLP Reference Librarian - Temporary
- Apex Tool Group Hardware Van Sales Representative
- National Institute of Standards and Technology Pathways Internship Student Trainee Electronics Engineer
- Aerotek Entry Level Recruiter / Sales Position
- SRI Tech Solutions Account Manager
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QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
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2019
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2018
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World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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2018
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Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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2018
201
2017
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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2019
270 -20
2018
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The Diversity Offices at Colorado State University are focused on creating a welcoming, multi-cultural campus. While each office listed below may emphasize a specific segment of the student body, services and programs are available to all students at CSU.
Housing services
Housing & Dining Services welcomes you to Colorado State University. We are proud of our programs for housing students on campus where they can be surrounded by a number of opportunities for academic, cultural, and social growth.
Library services
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ICT services
To assure systems match expectations in the college, the IT Director moderates two governing committees, per College Code. the student run Charges for Technology committee, and the faculty Computer Technology and Telecommunication Committee. the IT group also solicits and receives feedback from Dean, Associate Deans, Department Heads and the rest of the college.
Medical services
The CSU Health Network is a student support service that provides a full range of medical, mental health, and health education and prevention services to optimize the health of students and the campus community.
Student Life
Campus life
More than 5,000 students make campus their home, including all incoming freshmen. Housing & Dining Services offers a broad range of living and dining options to make sure you can find a comfortable community that adds to your entire university experience.
Sports facilities
Campus Recreation is an auxiliary operation within the Division of Student Affairs at Colorado State University. We provide wellness and healthy lifestyle oriented programs, events, and services to Colorado State University students through our program areas including Aquatics, Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, the Outdoor Program, and the Student Recreation Center facility itself.
Student clubs
With more than 500 registered student organizations, you’re bound to find a way to connect to our community. If none of our clubs pique your interest, you can always start your own. We can’t wait to see how you’ll make your mark on our campus.
Accreditation
- Higher Learning Commission
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
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Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
My major is hard, but I am still interested in it, especially in medical field. So I want to get a deeper learning in medicine.
Great department; okay school
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Liked my department of study--gave a very comprehensive overview of my field Didn't like the size and operation of my university--was too large, sports-oriented, and run like a business instead of a school
Outdoorsy, Easygoing, Friendly Home
Lexi Elio rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fort Collins is an outdoorsy magazine brought to life. Picturesque mountains shine over the campus and surrounding areas, a majority of the population bikes around town, and delicious, healthy food dominates the culinary scene. Everyone on campus is incredibly friendly -- whether you're joining a frisbee game at the Oval or stopping by a microbrewery, complete strangers...