February 16 2024, Transfer Student Visit Day

Learn how CSU provides the support and opportunities you need to be successful as a transfer applicant or student at Transfer Student Visit Day.

When: February 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Who it's for: Transfer applicants or admitted transfer students

Where it is: This event is held at CSU's main campus in Fort Collins at the Lory Student Center.

What it is: Transfer Student Visit Day is designed to inform and support prospective and admitted transfer students who are considering the transition from one college to CSU.

Guests will have the opportunity to meet with current faculty and staff in their area of study during Academic Experience sessions. Learn more about what our programs have to offer as well as what steps students need to take to complete their degree.

Lunch will be provided by CSU, but first, join us at the Resource Fair and hear from current staff and students about CSU's support and engagement resources. This is a great opportunity for students to get connected to and involved with the Ram community.

In the afternoon, guests have the option of attending a campus tour.

Bonus events: In addition to this event, we have designed webinars specifically for transfer applicants and students to provide you with even more helpful information. Webinar content includes application workshops, academic, community, and financial support resources, and transfer credit and course planning. Sign up here!

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At Transfer Student Visit Day, you’ll attend one of the Academic Experience sessions listed below that corresponds with your major or area of study. For example, if your major is Psychology, you will attend the College of Natural Sciences Academic Experience Session.

  • College of Agricultural Sciences
  • College of Business
  • Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering
  • College of Health and Human Sciences
  • College of Liberal Arts
  • Warner College of Natural Resources
  • College of Natural Sciences
  • College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Not sure which session to attend? Find your major here, then click the link that will take you to a page that lists what college that major is in.

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to meet with an Admissions transfer counselor and other staff that can help prepare you to start classes at CSU! Before the event, check out Transferology. Transferology is a fast and free resource to explore whether your credits will transfer to CSU. This tool will help you plan your courses and determine your graduation date.

Come prepared with your transcripts, information you’ve gathered from Transferology, and your questions. Our staff is here to help you be successful at CSU! Knowing which classes you’ll need is the first step!

  • 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. – Check-in
  • 9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – 1:1 Sessions with Admissions Transfer Counselors
  • 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. – Welcome Session
  • 10:10 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. – Academic Experience Sessions
  • 11:20 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. – Resource Fair
  • 11:20 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. – Transfer Student Interactive Booth and Q&A
  • 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. – Lunch
  • 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. – Optional Campus Tour

Parking for your event is free, but you must provide your vehicle’s license plate when you register for your visit in order to obtain a digital permit.

Parking will be held in the Moby Arena parking lot (#195). For those using a GPS, the best address is 951 W. Plum Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Upon arriving, please park in an “A” parking space.

For turn-by-turn directions to the Moby parking lot and other locations around campus, follow the information below or use this link.

For those traveling on I-25 to reach Fort Collins, use these directions:

  • Use exit 268, Prospect Road.
  • Head west and continue on Prospect Road for about 5 miles.
  • Turn right on Shields Street and continue for 0.2 miles.
  • Turn right on Elizabeth Street into the Moby Arena Parking lot.

Coming from out of town?

For those traveling to Fort Collins by air, Denver International Airport is the closest major airport to Fort Collins. We are about 65 miles north of the airport, and there are several options for transportation following your flight.

Need a place to stay? Learn more about lodging in Fort Collins.

  • Dress appropriately as you will be outside touring campus during your visit.
  • We’re here rain or shine! You’ll be notified via text if the weather does impact your visit. Keep up to date by checking CSU’s safety website.
  • Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and be kind to yourself as you are at 5,000 feet of elevation.
  • Explore Fort Collins to make the most of your visit. Get tips from students and locals!

We continuously try to make our campus a vibrant and welcoming space. Please check the following information before your visit.

  • For the health of our university community, no smoking, vaping or tobacco products can be used on Colorado State University campuses. The city of Fort Collins is also smoke free.
  • Colorado State University’s Principles of Community help us express what our community stands for and guide our expectations for not only our students and staff, but also our guests. These values are inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice.
  • With the exception of service animals and approved emotional support animals, animals are not allowed to be inside university buildings or tied up outside. All pets must be on a leash in outdoor areas. See the full animal policy here.
  • CSU acknowledges that the land we are on today is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute Nations and peoples. You can view our land acknowledgment to learn more.

When will we receive a finalized schedule for the day?

A finalized schedule will be posted on this webpage 14 days before the event.

When will my day start?

Check-in will be from 9-9:30 a.m. The Welcome Session will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m.

What if we’re running late?

Late check-in will be available. With hundreds of guests for this event, we encourage you to arrive early and on time. Classes will be in session, so there will be additional traffic to consider. While we strive to make check-in as easy and quick as possible, lines will likely be unavoidable at times, and we want to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

Where do I check in?

You will check in on the 3rd floor of the Lory Student Center outside Ballroom A. Look for signs and staff members in green polos. Staff will be stationed in the Lory Student Center to answer your questions and to help you find your way.

Which Academic Experience should I attend?

Please attend the Academic Experience session with the college where your major is located. Check out the General Agenda tab to learn more.

Can I bring my parents, guests, caregiver or siblings?

Family members and supporters are welcome to join you for this event. If you’d like to bring your friends or family members who are also interested in transferring to CSU, we ask that they register independently for the event.

What if there is a weather emergency?

In the event CSU is closed due to weather, all registrants will receive a text and email notification of the event’s cancellation. A notice also will be posted at safety.colostate.edu. It is rare for CSU to close due to weather thanks to our well-equipped facilities department. However, if the weather is bad and CSU remains open, we want you to make the decision whether to attend based on your circumstances and comfort.

What should I wear?

We recommend you wear comfortable clothing that is appropriate for the weather. You may be a part of sessions that are both indoors and outdoors, especially if you choose to attend a supplemental campus tour.

I cannot find the confirmation email after registering. Where do I find it?

Please contact admissionsvisits@colostate.edu for your confirmation email to be re-sent.

My parents or caregiver registered me under a different name. How can I change my name on the registration?

Please contact admissionsvisits@colostate.edu they will be able to assist with changing the name in the registration.

Contact our admissions events team at admissionsvisits@colostate.edu.