Early Graduates

Admission preference is given to students who complete four years of high school and use the time effectively to take accelerated and/or academically rigorous course work (i.e., Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and dual enrollment college courses). Colorado State will admit exceptional students graduating early, provided they have satisfied all Freshman Admission Standards and their credentials are competitive with priority consideration candidates graduating with four years of course work (including accelerated and/or academically rigorous courses, as identified above).

Important Notes:

• Early graduates must complete and submit the Early Graduate Supplemental Information Form by the completed application deadline. An admission decision cannot be rendered until the Form has been received.
• The Supplemental Form must reflect that all course work required for graduation will be completed prior to the start of the first term of enrollment.
• A minimum of five semesters of high school work must be complete before an admission decision can be rendered; in some cases, six semesters may be necessary.
• Early graduates should use the personal essay, in part, to address WHY they elected to graduate early and HOW they demonstrate college readiness.
• Early graduates should be at least 17 years of age prior to the start of their first term of enrollment.
• Students must be able to present a high school diploma or GED results as proof of graduation (unless homeschooled).
• A final, official transcript confirming the date of graduation is required and must be submitted as soon as it is available. Admitted students are not able to register for the second semester of enrollment until a final, official transcript has been received.