4 ways parents can help as their student applies to college
Are you a parent wanting to help support your student on their college applications and big life decisions? Start here.
At Colorado State University, we see remarkable potential in everyone. Our application process is designed for you to show us how you’ll contribute to our community of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
We are looking for students who are ready to explore and innovate along with CSU, recognized as a top public university. Understanding how we’ll move forward together begins with your application. You’re more than just your GPA, so we are prepared to examine every application in full to get a better understanding of what makes you exceptional.
Your applicant type determines your admission application requirements. The CSU application process – in most cases – includes filling out an online application, paying/waiving an application fee, and submitting some documents, such as transcripts. CSU does not require the ACT or SAT for undergraduate students.
Please find your applicant type on this page and use the application guides to get the information you need to apply, like requirements, deadlines, how to check your application status, and more. Or learn more about special circumstances that might impact your application.
This is what we do! Reach out to your admissions counselor with questions at any time.
You are a domestic freshman applicant if:
Freshman applicants use the Common App, a single online college application form used by more than 900 colleges and universities to make applying easier.
You are a transfer applicant if:
Transfer applicants use the CSU Application.
You are a graduate student applicant if:
Graduate applicants use the CSU Graduate Application.
You are an international applicant if:
International applicants use the same applications for admission as domestic applicants. International freshman use the Common Application and international transfer students use the CSU Application.
You are a nondegree-seeking applicant if:
You are a returning student applicant if:
Returning students use the CSU Application.
You are a second bachelor’s/post-bachelor’s applicant if:
Second bachelor’s applicants use the CSU Application.
Are you a parent wanting to help support your student on their college applications and big life decisions? Start here.
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