Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO

A public land-grant university in Fort Collins known for strengths in veterinary medicine, atmospheric science, and environmental/natural resources programs, set against a Rocky Mountain backdrop that shapes the school's outdoorsy, active campus culture — hiking and biking compete with Mountain West football and a lively Greek scene for students' free time.

90%

Acceptance rate

1030–1250

SAT range

21–27

ACT range

3.55

Average GPA

24,000

Undergrads

$12,730/yr

In-state tuition

$32,654/yr

Out-of-state tuition

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