Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 90.8%
- Average SAT
- 1,185
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,080–1,290
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 26
- Total Enrollment
- 25,148
Admissions Overview
Colorado State University-Fort Collins has open admission with a 90.77% acceptance rate. This means most students who apply get in, making it accessible for a wide range of academic backgrounds. The middle 50% of students score between 1080-1290 on the SAT or around 26 on the ACT. These scores reflect the university's commitment to welcoming students while maintaining academic standards. CSU seeks students passionate about hands-on learning and research, particularly those interested in veterinary medicine, agriculture, or engineering. The university values students who want to make practical contributions to their fields rather than just pursue theoretical knowledge.