Colorado State University Pueblo: what international applicants need

What are Colorado State University Pueblo's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Colorado State University Pueblo admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Colorado State University Pueblo's acceptance rate?

94.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Colorado State University Pueblo admitted 2,754 of its 2,902 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Colorado State University Pueblo require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Colorado State University Pueblo requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Colorado State University Pueblo's application fee for international students?

Colorado State University Pueblo's application fee is $25 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Colorado State University Pueblo accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Colorado State University Pueblo accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Colorado State University Pueblo accept?

Colorado State University Pueblo doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Colorado State University Pueblo require?

Colorado State University Pueblo doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Colorado State University Pueblo require the Common App personal essay?

No. Colorado State University Pueblo doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Colorado State University Pueblo have?

63 of Colorado State University Pueblo's 5,086 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Colorado State University Pueblo cost for international students?

Colorado State University Pueblo is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $17,944 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,720). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $12,100. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $34,798 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source