Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
89.59%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Colorado State University-Fort Collins Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 89.59%. This means approximately 896 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 25,148 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
89.59%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,896 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,751 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,696 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,332 | State avg: $17,389. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.89% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 30.89% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Colorado State University-Fort Collins Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,751
Room and board
$15,606
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,737
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,696
Average net price
$20,332
Average aid coverage
32%
$9,364 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Colorado State University-Fort Collins pays approximately $20,332 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Colorado average of $17,389 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Colorado State University-Fort Collins?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Colorado and national averages.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins net price
$20,332
Colorado average
$17,389
National average
$17,506
Colorado State University-Fort Collins Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,751 and average net price at $20,332. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,751
Current net price
$20,332
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
66.91%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,543
Undergraduates
25,148
10-Year Median Earnings - Colorado State University-Fort Collins vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Colorado State University-Fort Collins?
Undergraduates
25,148
Completion rate
66.91%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.89%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
30.89%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.89% of Colorado State University-Fort Collins students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 30.89% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Colorado State University-Fort Collins's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Colorado State University-Fort Collins lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Colorado State University-Fort Collins is listed at 102 Administration Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0100. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Colorado State University-Fort Collins with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | 89.59% | $33,751 | $20,332 | $60,543 |
| Colorado School of Mines | 59.71% | $44,376 | $29,240 | $97,335 |
| Denver College of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $81,809 |
| Platt College-Aurora | 36.36% | $20,590 | $42,287 | $77,602 |
| Colorado State University Global | 92.86% | $8,400 | $14,099 | $76,813 |
Similar Schools in Fort Collins
This local cluster focuses on nearby Fort Collins schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Fort Collins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colorado State University-Fort Collins's acceptance rate?
Colorado State University-Fort Collins's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 89.59%.
How much is Colorado State University-Fort Collins tuition?
Colorado State University-Fort Collins's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,751.
What is Colorado State University-Fort Collins's average net price?
Colorado State University-Fort Collins's average net price in the local dataset is $20,332.
What is Colorado State University-Fort Collins's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,543 for Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
Is Colorado State University-Fort Collins accredited?
Colorado State University-Fort Collins's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Colorado State University-Fort Collins?
The local dataset lists 25,148 undergraduate students at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
What percentage of Colorado State University-Fort Collins students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Colorado State University-Fort Collins in the local dataset is 18.89%.
What is the federal loan rate at Colorado State University-Fort Collins?
The federal loan rate for Colorado State University-Fort Collins in the local dataset is 30.89%.
Where should I verify Colorado State University-Fort Collins data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Colorado State University-Fort Collins or the latest official federal education data.