Transfer Student Visit Day
Learn how CSU provides the support and opportunities you need to be successful as a transfer applicant or admitted student at Transfer Student Visit Day.
When: Friday, October 30, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 3:45 PM
Who it's for: Prospective 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: Learn how CSU provides the support and engagement opportunities you need to be successful as a transfer applicant or admitted student!
At this event, you'll have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a Transfer Admissions Counselor to ask questions, learn more about transfer credit, and find out how to apply your transfer credit towards your degree at CSU. You'll also hear from the Office of Financial Aid and Housing & Dining about options specifically for transfer students, participate in an interactive academic experience session where you'll engage with current CSU faculty and staff, and experience a transfer student resource fair to learn more about how you'll be supported as a CSU student. Enjoy free lunch at a dining hall and join us for an optional campus tour at the end of the day! To prepare for your visit and view the full agenda, click on the options below
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Check-In |
| 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM | 1:1 Sessions with Admissions Transfer Counselors |
| 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Welcome Session |
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Financial Aid Presentation |
| 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM | Academic Experience Session |
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM | Resource Fair |
| 2:10 PM – 2:40 PM | Housing & Dining Presentation |
| 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM | Optional Campus Tour |
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. 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.
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.
Please note that the parking lot for this event (Moby Arena parking lot #195) is a 15-20 minute walk to the venue at the Lory Student Center. Please factor in this time as you plan your travel.
Parking is available in the Moby Arena parking lot (#195). The best address for GPS directions is 951 W. Plum Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Upon arriving, please park in an “A” parking space.
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. The Hilton Fort Collins Hotel & Conference Center is our preferred hotel partner. Use this link to save 15% off the best available rate by entering the corporate account number 2636934 under “Special Rates.”
Transfer Credits at CSU
Don’t miss out on an opportunity to meet with an admissions transfer counselor and other staff who can help prepare you to start classes at CSU! If you have questions about how your credits will transfer, check out Transferology. Transferology is a fast and free resource to explore whether your credits will transfer to CSU.
Once you review your Transferology results, you can compare that information to your major requirements on the CSU Course Catalog. A transfer counselor can help with any questions remaining after you view your results. Our staff is here to help you be successful at CSU!
General Event Info
- Our events are popular and fill quickly. We encourage you to sign up for your event before you book your travel arrangements.
- 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, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
What if we’re running late?
While late check-ins are welcome, we encourage you to arrive early. Our goal is to make the check-in process as easy as possible, but lines and wait times can be unpredictable. Don’t worry, we won’t turn you away if you’re running a little late!
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 polo shirts. 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 section of this webpage 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.
I work at a community college. Can I bring a group of students to the event?
Yes! We are excited to connect with as many students as possible. We ask that each student 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 join a campus tour.
I cannot find the confirmation email after registering. Where do I find it?
Please contact [email protected] 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 [email protected] they will be able to assist with changing the name in the registration.
Contact our admissions events team at [email protected].