Colorado State University
- 4 Year
- FORT COLLINS, CO
CollegeGrad School
Colorado State University
- grade B+Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- FORT COLLINS, CO
- Rating 3.81 out of 5 4,260 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade A minus
- Athleticsgrade A minus
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade A
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade B+
- Student Lifegrade A
- Safetygrade B
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mountain West Conference
From Colorado State University
You could say we’ve got the whole package at CSU. You’ll find undergrads researching alongside Ph.D.s. You’ll find a mix of artists, scientists, and athletes. You’ll see people actively working to ensure inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice. You’ll experience a stunning campus at the base of the Rockies. You’ll find a town of innovators, techies, foodies, and adventurists. And if you find yourself here, you’ll know exactly why.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
February 1
Acceptance Rate
90%
SAT Range
1080-1290
ACT Range
23-29
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
Will You Get Into CSU?
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Cost
Net Price
$18,320 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$10,034 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
84%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
17:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
80%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 246 responses73%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 298 responses58%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 298 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Business685 Graduates
- Family Studies and Consumer Sciences286 Graduates
- Psychology274 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science233 Graduates
- Biology224 Graduates
- Zoology and Entomology193 Graduates
- Communications186 Graduates
- Construction Engineering Technician184 Graduates
- Information Science163 Graduates
- Economics156 Graduates
Zoology at Colorado State University
Zoology at CSU is the perfect stepping stone for students interested in pursuing a career focusing on the scientific study of animals and ecosystems. With a solid educational foundation and a variety of hands-on experiences, graduates are ready for whatever is next including post-graduate studies.
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
10
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
10
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
28,635 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
3,576
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
66%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 329 responsesPoll
52%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 388 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$47,100 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
69%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%87%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 176 responsesColorado State University Reviews
Rating 3.81 out of 5 4,260 reviews
This a great university! Students and staff are friendly. Transportation for off-campus living is great! There is paid parking if you choose to commute and if not, then there is public transportation that has routes all over the city. Tuition can be expensive. Financial aid helps greatly but I wish it was a little less to broaden the students that can attend. Overall, there are great resources for anything you're looking for help on: tutoring, medical treatment, financial assistance, etc. Classes can be large so professors may not be as personal with each student but they are helpful if you visit during office hours.
Colorado State has a very beautiful campus with wonderful professors, but as a biology major, I felt I wasn't really challenged. Almost all my biology exams were online (and unproctored). Even upper level courses were open note and unproctored. Personally, exams should be in person, and should be more traditional because this is what pushes students to learn. Having it online and open note does not motivate students to learn the material, rather just reflect on their notes to answer the questions. And O-Chem, which is supposed to be a weed-out class has a 2nd chance exam! Don't worry if you mess up, you'll get and 2nd try. Overall, I would say my education has not been rigorous, but the professors I have had are truly amazing people who love to teach, but there needs to be a higher standard for exams to truly test students.
My time studying botany at Colorado State University has been incredibly rewarding and so far left a lasting impact on my life. The university's commitment to providing a supportive and engaging academic environment has thus far made my experience truly memorable. One of the highlights of my botany program at CSU was the dedicated and knowledgeable faculty. Professors were not only experts in their fields but also genuinely passionate about teaching and mentoring. They went out of their way to ensure that I understood complex concepts and were always available for one-on-one guidance. Another one of my favorite things studying botany in Colorado is that it meant we had access to diverse ecosystems, from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Plains. Field trips and outdoor classes were common, allowing us to study plants in their natural habitats. The beauty of the state's landscapes often served as an inspiring backdrop for our learning.