Colorado State University Online
2545 Research Blvd. Fort Collins, CO 80526
Colorado State University Online
2545 Research Blvd. Fort Collins, CO 80526
Applying to CSU Online
Get information on how to apply to a variety of programs.
I am interested in applying to CSU as a:
Bachelor’s or second bachelor’s degree student
Key Dates
Application opens August 1 for next year's Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. We recommend that individuals have applied by:
- Fall semester start: June 1
- Spring semester start: November 1
- Summer semester start: May 1
Dual enrollment high school student
Would you like to earn college credit while in high school?
Please speak with your high school academic advisor to see if you are eligible for CSU’s dual enrollment program.
Applying to CSU Online
Learn how to apply to Colorado State as a Freshmen, Transfer, or Graduate student.
Master's or doctoral student (graduate student)
Key Dates
The Graduate School application opens in:
- August for the next year’s Fall semester and Summer semester start terms
- February for the next years’ Spring semester start term
Note: Some graduate programs only allow applications to specific semesters. Application due dates vary by program.
Questions?
For undergraduate applications, contact CSU Admissions:
(970) 491-6909
8:30 am - 4:30 pm MST
Monday through Friday
Email:
Freshman and transfer applicants:
admissions@colostate.edu
International Applicants:
international@colostate.edu
For questions regarding the graduate school application tool or documents, contact:
gradadmissions@colostate.edu
For questions regarding graduate program admission requirements, deadlines, and more, please email the Prospective Student Support Coach team:
csu_online_questions@colostate.edu
Are you already admitted to an on-campus degree program at Colorado State University - Fort Collins and want to take some online courses? Please connect with the CSU Online Advising Team by emailing:
CSU Fort Collins on-campus student taking online courses
Take Individual Courses Without Committing to a Full Program
At CSU Online, you have the flexibility to take individual courses without enrolling in a degree or certificate program. Whether you're looking to fill a gap in your current studies, strengthen your academic credentials, or simply explore a topic of interest, our single-course options make it easy to fit learning into your life.
Why take a single course?
- Transfer credits to your home university: If your current institution doesn’t offer the course you need to graduate, you can take it here and transfer the credits back to your program.
- Boost your GPA for graduate admission: Taking a course can help you demonstrate your academic potential and meet GPA requirements for master’s programs.
- Flexibility for lifelong learning: Enjoy the freedom to learn at your own pace, without committing to a full program right away.
Transfer your credits later
If you decide to pursue a degree or certificate at CSU in the future, the credits you earn through individual courses can often be transferred and applied toward your program requirements. This makes it easy to start small and build toward your educational and career goals.
How to get started
Do you want to take online courses at CSU but not be admitted to CSU? We call these students “non-degree seeking” students. Other terms for these students might be: visiting students, guest students, single course takers, etc.
Non-degree seeking student
Graduate certificate student
Looking to explore graduate-level education or upskill in a specific area? CSU's online graduate certificate programs may be a great option for you.
Note: Some credits may also be applied toward a related master’s degree program, if you decide to continue your education beyond a certificate.
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