Your vibe guide to Fort Collins coffee shops near Colorado State
April 14, 2026
We’re here with a complete vibe guide introducing you to four coffee shops within walking distance of the Colorado State University campus.
Admissions Blog
The advice, tips, and student stories you need to hear to help you navigate all things college.
Tips on how to choose a college, apply, find financial aid, and transferring. Colorado State student stories. Journeys on finding majors, changing majors, and academic advice. Vlogs from students exploring campus, Fort Collins, and Colorado’s wilderness. And, so much more: find what you need all the way from college search to application time to majors to “Welcome to the Ramily.”
Recent posts
Student vlog: How to take the bus as a CSU student
April 3, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Frankie, gives you the ins and outs of student bus access around campus and around Fort Collins.
How I chose my major: Mechanical Engineering
March 12, 2026
Meet Tamsin, and learn how she discovered the Mechanical Engineering major at Colorado State University — and why she knew it was the right fit.
Student vlog: A senior’s last first day of college
March 3, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Tiara, takes you through her last first day of college, sharing what she’s learned, where she’s going, and more.
Student Life
Nerdy Stuff to do in Fort Collins
February 10, 2026
Want an alternative to the typical college shenanigans? Fort Collins has game dens, meetups, weekend cartoons, and so much more.
Student vlog: Trying a Local Hot Chicken Spot
February 9, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Frankie, take you a little north of campus for a peek inside his favorite local ice cream shop.
Student vlog: Ice cream in Fort Collins
January 8, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Frankie, take you a little north of campus for a peek inside his favorite local ice cream shop.
Student vlog: How to camp in Rocky Mountain National Park
October 20, 2025
CSU vlogger, Frankie, gives you an inside look into planning your next camping trip to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Application and admissions
4 ways to prepare for college in high school
January 4, 2022
Wondering where you might be after high school? It’s never too soon to get ahead on your college plan. Here are four fun, easy ways.
4 ways parents can help as their student applies to college
May 10, 2021
Are you a parent wanting to help support your student on their college applications and big life decisions? Start here.
We watched 5 movies about college admissions. Here’s the takeaway.
November 23, 2020
We watched five movies all about getting into college to deliver inspiration and tips for your own application process.
How do Colorado Free App Days work?
September 30, 2019
Check out these three easy steps to participate in Colorado Free Application Days.
Academics
College Knowledge Basics: B.A., B.S., and beyond
May 20, 2025
Early on in your college journey? It’s critical to understand the differences between bachelor’s degrees like B.A. and B.S.
Student vlog: Rams’ favorite classes
April 29, 2025
Get an inside look into some of our Colorado State Rams’ favorite classes and professors in this fun vlogger video.
College Knowledge Basics: University, Colleges, and Departments at CSU
April 15, 2025
At the beginning of the college journey? Before you do anything, it’s critical to understand the basics of the university’s structure.
College Knowledge Basics: Defining CSU’s majors, minors, and more
March 25, 2025
At the beginning of the college journey? Before you do anything, it’s critical to understand the basics of college majors, minors, and more.
Student videos and blogs
Student vlog: How to take the bus as a CSU student
April 3, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Frankie, gives you the ins and outs of student bus access around campus and around Fort Collins.
How I chose my major: Mechanical Engineering
March 12, 2026
Meet Tamsin, and learn how she discovered the Mechanical Engineering major at Colorado State University — and why she knew it was the right fit.
Student vlog: A senior’s last first day of college
March 3, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Tiara, takes you through her last first day of college, sharing what she’s learned, where she’s going, and more.
Student vlog: Trying a Local Hot Chicken Spot
February 9, 2026
Colorado State vlogger, Frankie, take you a little north of campus for a peek inside his favorite local ice cream shop.