| Institution: | Colorado State University |
| Fort Collins, CO |
Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension. CSU is a Carnegie Research university (very high research activity), and has been designated a Carnegie Community Engagement university. According to the latest edition of U.S. News and Report, CSU ranks in the top 10% in the country, thanks to an ongoing commitment to boost faculty excellence, expand student scholarships and investment in capital improvements across campus.
Colorado State University is located in Fort Collins, an hour’s drive north of Denver. On the front range of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins has excellent schools, outstanding recreational opportunities, and a sunny climate. With a population of approximately 160,000, the city has been cited by Money Magazine as #1 for small cities in “Best Places to Live in the United States.” Forbes ranks Fort Collins as #18 for Best Places for Business and Careers with growing clean energy, bioscience and technology industries. The campus has more than 33,000 students.