Future Undergraduates
Engineer a World
of Difference
"All of the cool things that
make the world work"
Whether you already know exactly which engineering path you want to take — or you’re here to explore your options — Colorado State University is the perfect place to start.
Your experience here is more than just a launchpad to a career — it’s where the journey begins to Engineer a World of Difference.
Welcome to your
Common first-year experience!
From day one, you’ll dive into hands-on design projects and foundational courses that build the technical skills every great engineer needs.
You won’t be doing this alone—our incredible first-year faculty, dedicated advisors, and peer learning assistants will be with you every step of the way.
But that’s just the beginning.
Your success is our priority, and we’ve built every part of our first-year experience with you in mind.
Want to engineer a world of difference?
Here’s how!
Our Pillars
Academic Excellence
World-class faculty and laboratories available to undergraduates, study abroad opportunities
Hands-On Learning
Access to 3-D printing labs, design projects starting in the first year
Supportive Environment
Common first-year experience, 40+ engineering student organizations, tutoring, engineering community
Great Outcomes
High salaries upon graduation
Admissions requirements and
Supportive programs
3.0 GPA
Standardized Testing
Not required
1 Year
Chemistry or Physics completed or in progress
Math
4 years of calculus-track math including a fourth year at or above the level of algebra 2 completed, not including statistics
A self-paced course and tutoring program to help incoming students prepare for CSU's Math Placement Tool.
Fellow students who specialize in different types of engineering curriculum are here to help you.
$3,200,000+
Engineering-Specific Scholarships Awarded in the 2025-2026 Academic Year
150
Engineering Scholarship Funds
Your path to
Great outcomes
From your first semester through graduation and beyond, we’re here to provide you the tools to get ready to make a world of difference.
We’ll support you in career exploration, building your first resumes, and practicing mock interviews to help you pursue internships and the career you aspire to.
Each semester, we’ll always come back to the same journey:
- Preparing you for your accomplishments
- Connecting you with networking opportunities
- Immersing you in career paths
- Reflecting on what you’ve learned and where you want to go next.
84%
Graduates who go on to a job or graduate degree in their field within 6 months of graduation
180+
Unique employers hiring CSU Engineering grads
$70,802
Average starting salary for CSU Engineering grads
No matter what interests you have
There is a place for you here
Our hub connects all engineering students with academic assistance, mentorship, events, student organization meetings, and tutoring.
Find opportunities for collaboration and connection through diversity organizations, honor societies, and local engineering project clubs.
Expand your worldview with several engineering-specific study abroad opportunities. From first year seminar programs for incoming students to a full semester at sea of your engineering coursework, we've got you covered!
I had a great time exploring the campus with the group of students that I was with, and my tour guide. They really made it seem like a family here.
As I looked around campus, it just seemed so vibrant and it seemed like there was a lot of opportunity here. And it's ultimately why I chose Colorado State University.
Questions for us?
We're ready to help!
Our engineering student ambassadors are here to help you with any questions you have.
From their own experiences as students, what you’ll see on your campus tour, and about student life in the college, our ambassadors have the answers.
Contact our staff
Sarah Smith, Undergraduate Recruitment Coordinator, can help you find more specific answers as you start your journey to becoming an Engineering Ram.