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Colorado State University
83.00
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Academic
27/40
Culture
28/30
Environment
19/20
Special
9/10
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Colorado State University
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| Overall Score |
83.00
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27/40
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28/30
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19/20
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9/10
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Top Strengths Comparison
Colorado State University
- 1 EXCEPTIONAL school spirit and Division I athletics culture - perfect match for student's desire for strong Ram pride and active game attendance
- 2 Outstanding climate with 300+ sunny days and immediate access to mountains, hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation - ideal for nature-loving student
- 3 Vibrant, residential campus (NOT commuter school) with active weekend social scene in Fort Collins college town setting
- 4 Strong Business/Marketing programs with 85%+ internship rate, experiential learning, and 90%+ career placement
- 5 Dance team with explicit walk-on opportunities at both competitive and club levels
- 6 Fort Collins offers perfect balance: college town amenities (breweries, dining, music) with mountain access and 60 miles from Denver
Things to Consider
Colorado State University
- 1 MAJOR CONCERN: Large class sizes (50-150 students) in lower-division courses directly conflicts with need for teacher support and smaller classes - first two years will be challenging
- 2 16:1 student-faculty ratio is moderate, not small - personal attention limited until junior/senior year when classes shrink to 20-35 students
- 3 Pre-law is only advising track, not dedicated program with specialized support structure
- 4 69% six-year graduation rate is lower than peers, suggesting some students struggle with academics or fit
- 5 Out-of-state tuition of $33,794 is significant investment, though moderate compared to other Western schools
- 6 With 26,000 undergrads, student must be self-advocating and proactive to access academic support resources