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Why choose BS Business at Colorado State USA?

BS Business at Colorado State, USA

This AACSB-accredited program builds strong foundation in core business disciplines while emphasizing ethics, sustainability and global awareness. Students can choose from 11 concentrations all of which encourage critical thinking, exploring modern management theories, upholding sustainable & ethical business practices and current industry trends.

Online Duration

12 Months

On-Campus Duration

36 Months

Internship

Included

Research

R1 Designated

Start online, complete on-campus in Colorado

Earn an AACSB-accredited BS Business degree from CSU, USA.

Established
1870
Accreditations
AACSB & HLC
USNWR 2026 Ranking
#151 Nationally
Forbes Rankings
Top 100 in America
USNWR 2026 Ranking
#79- Public Schools
Employability Rate
91%
Alumni Network
252,000+
SAT Waiver
Yes

Curriculum designed for your success

Turn credits into milestones with an industry-shaped curriculum built for real-world skills.

1. Introductory Financial Accounting

2. Media Communication

3. Statistics

4. Calculus I

5. Management Principles

6. Introduction to Psychology

7. Principles of Microeconomics

8. Principles of Macroeconomics

9. Financial Management

10. Management Information Principles

1. Introduction to Financial Accounting

2. Introduction to Managerial Accounting

3. Select one of the following:

  • Introduction to Business

  • Exploration of Business

4. Ethics in Contemporary Organizations

5. Transforming Business for Sustainable Impact

6. Social-Ethical-Regulatory Issues in Business

7. Business Information Systems

8. College Composition

9. Principles of Microeconomics

10. Principles of Macroeconomics

11. Statistics With Business Applications

12. Select one from the following:

  • College Algebra in Context I

  • College Algebra in Context II

  • College Algebra

  • Logarithmic and Exponential Functions

  • Numerical Trigonometry

  • Analytic Trigonometry

  • Precalculus

  • Calculus in Management Sciences

13. Strategic Management

14. Analytics and AI in Business

15. Principles of Finance

16. Supply Chain Management

17. Contemporary Management Principles/Practices

18. Marketing

19. Business Writing and Communication

20. Strategic Writing and Communication

21. Corporate and Professional Communication

22. Electives

*30 credits are waived upon the successful completion of GGU's Year 1 coursework. 

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Your global degree with upGrad advantage

Significantly reduce tuition costs while gaining a world-class degree, global exposure, and strong career outcomes.

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Tuition Fee
Living cost
Avg. Scholarships
Total

Regular Learner

₹1.1 Crores ($136,000)

₹62.9 Lakhs ($72,000)

Merit-based

~₹1.8 Crore

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Online Fee:

₹5.08 Lakhs ($5,820)

On Campus Fee:

₹62.9 Lakhs ($72,000)

Savings of ~₹50.8 Lakhs

On-Shore:

₹47.1 Lakhs ($54,000)

Savings of ~₹15.7 Lakhs

upGrad Exclusive

$10,000 (Included)

~₹1.1 Crore

Savings of ~₹66.5 Lakhs

Eligibility Criteria

Check academic and language requirements to determine your eligibility for this study abroad program.

Admission requirements for Online Phase:

  • Students who have appeared for 10 + 2 examinations, (e.g. A level, CBSE, HSC, IBDP, ISC, etc.) with 50% marks or above from any stream.
  • Students who have completed class 12th within the last 3 years prior to enrolling in the program will be eligible.
  • Students enrolled for any graduate or undergraduate programs shall not be eligible to apply.

University Campus

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Fort Collins, Colorado

Fort Collins combines academic excellence, outdoor adventure, and a welcoming atmosphere for global learners.

Living Cost

$18,000 per annum

upGrad Students

100+

upGrad USP

Scholarship, Alumni Support

Job Prospects

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Operations Manager

$82,887

Avg salary
per annum

17,000+

Job
openings

Operations Managers are responsible to oversee processes, optimize efficiency, manage resources, and ensure smooth workflows for business success.

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Project Manager

$85,000

Avg salary
per annum

55,000+

Job
openings

Project Managers are responsible to lead projects, manage resources, track progress, mitigate risks, and deliver successful outcomes on time.

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Strategy Manager

$80,000

Avg salary
per annum

15,000+

Job
openings

Strategy Managers are responsible for shaping business direction, driving growth initiatives, and aligning goals with long-term organizational vision.

360° support system for upGrad learners

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1:1 profile evaluation & counseling

Get personalized expert guidance to simplify your journey — from university selection to application success.

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upGrad learners receive exclusive scholarships of up to 40% to make their global education more accessible.

IELTS preparation

We offer IELTS prep by experienced individuals to help you reach the desired proficiency and achieve the required score.

Educational loan assistance

Maximize your chances of funding with our expert guidance on third-party credit facility. Access loans at competitive interest rates.

Visa support

Gain access to visa mocks and guidance to breeze through your visa process.

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Your admission journey, simplified and supported at every stage.

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Eligibility

upGrad counselor assesses your academic background and documents to determine eligibility for the selected program and university.

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Exam Waiver

Receive a SAT waiver through upGrad.

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IELTS Support

Begin a 6-week IELTS support program and submit your English proficiency test (EPT) scores for university requirements.

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Admissions

1. Can I join this program without a TOEFL/IELTS Score and attempt TOEFL/IELTS after joining the program?

Yes, you can join this program without an TOEFL/IELTS score & upGrad will help you prepare for the Language Proficiency Test to enhance your current English proficiency to be deemed eligible for the BS Business program in the U.S.A.

2. What is a conditional offer letter and how is it different from a confirmed offer letter?

Conditional offer letters will be issued to you by Colorado State University based on the documents submitted by upGrad. These documents will be class 10th & 12th marksheets, two letters of recommendation, statements of purpose, resume, passport and photographs. The conditional offer letter will be updated into a confirmed offer once students meet the conditions mentioned in the conditional offer letter. These conditions will be English proficiency test scores, successful completion of the course at Golden Gate University Worldwide and any other condition which the university deems fit.

3. Can we get a TOEFL/IELTS waiver, if we study through upGrad?

To study in Colorado State University, you will have to meet university English Proficiency Requirements. Initially, we will apply on your behalf for a conditional offer letter to universities where TOEFL/IELTS score will not be required. upGrad will prepare you to meet these English proficiency requirements through specific study material.

4. Are Golden Gate University Worldwide Degree Programs recognized by Colorado State University?

Golden Gate University Programs are designed and delivered as per regulations set forth by WSCUC - WASC Senior College and University Commission (The official accreditation body of HEIs in California). As an officially accredited university in the United States, Colorado State University, U.S.A. will accept transfer credits from GGU for their undergraduate degree program - BS Business. The same has been established and effectuated with an official agreement between the two universities.

About the Bachelor’s Program in Colorado State University

1. How can I apply for the program?

-Applications can be submitted online via upGrad.com. -Based on the confirmation of eligibility, a provisional offer letter will be rolled out. -Student needs to pay required fees to upGrad.com -Once the tuition fee is received and documents have been verified, a confirmation of enrollment into this program shall be received.

2. What are the course options available for a Bachelor's Program degree at Colorado State University?

Upon successful completion of the Year 1 coursework with Golden Gate University, you will have the option to pursue any of the following majors at Colorado State University:

  • BS Business
  • BS Hospitality Management

3. Are the Colorado State University Courses recognized and accredited by any governing bodies?

Yes, all the CSU courses are recognized and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the United States. CSU's College of Business is State-and-AACSB Accredited and features among the Top 5% of business schools, highlighting its high-quality education.

4. Will I be supported for TOEFL/IELTS or other English language exams during the 1st year of Bachelor's Degree?

Yes, upGrad will help you prepare for the English proficiency test to establish your current English proficiency to be eligible for the Bachelor’s program in the U.S.A.

5. Is there any scholarship for this program & how to apply for it?

Colorado State University offers an International Excellence Award that provides financial support to eligible students, with awards ranging up to $10,000 per year. The award amount is determined based on various eligibility criteria.

6. What are the eligibility conditions for transfer to Colorado State University?

For the transfer to Colorado State University, students have to score CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 at the end of 1st year of the Certificate in Business Management course with Golden Gate University.

7. What are the English proficiency requirements for going to Colorado State University?

English Proficiency Requirements are TOEFL iBT >= 72 or IELTS score >= 6.0. To know about the latest requirements, please feel free to reach out to our counselors.

8. How will Colorado State University help in finding internships and job opportunities after I complete a course ?

Colorado State University has a career development center where you will get assistance in regard to career services such as resume development, mock interviews etc. Also this career development center also organizes career fairs where company officials visit campuses and interact with the students. Outside of the centralized career development center, individual programs have their own specialized career services professionals who help students with internships and similar experiential learning opportunities.

University Partners

1. Do we get a conditional offer letter at the initial stage or after completion of the 1st year with Golden Gate University?

Once you enroll in the Bachelor Accelerated Program with upGrad and provide all the required documents, upGrad will submit applications to university partners on your behalf. University partners will release a conditional offer letter within one month of application submission.

2. What would be the alternate option if I could not get a conditional offer letter from one of upGrad’s partner universities?

This is a highly unlikely scenario. In case you do not get a conditional offer letter from Colorado State University, you may apply to our other partner schools or continue studying online from Golden Gate University.

3. How many intakes are available at Colorado State University?

Colorado State University offers two intakes for students. The first intake of the year will be January (Spring) intake & the next would be August (Fall) intake.

Visa

1. Will upGrad help me in writing Academic and Visa SOP?

Yes, upGrad will help with your Academic and Visa SOP and will also organize training on how to write a good SOP.

2. Can we get a OPT (Optional Practical Training)/PSW visa if we study for this program in India and then for 3 years at Colorado State University?

U.S.A. OPT visas are available to all the students who have completed at least 1 academic year on a U.S.A. campus. As you are studying a Business/Hospitality course, you will be eligible to apply for a 1 Year OPT after completing your course.

3. How much are living expenses for a year at Colorado State University?

Living expenses for students studying at CSU is USD 18,000 per annum.

4. What will be the alternate pathway, if I could not get a visa from the U.S.A after completion of the program?

In case you do not secure a U.S VISA, you may continue studying your Bachelor's degree online with Golden Gate University.

5.What are the part-time working rules for studying in the U.S.A?

According to the American students' visa guidelines, you are allowed to work only 20 hours a week and can work only on campus. Students can work up to 20 hours a week when classes are in session and up to 40 hours a week while the classes are not going on.

Payment

1. What is the process of payment for this program?

Initially, you need to deposit INR 25,000 as a block amount for seat booking. 15 days before the start of course and once you have Class 12 marksheet available, you need to make a complete payment of the remaining amount. You can opt for no-cost EMI with credit facility providers if you want to pay in installments.

2. Can I pay the fee semester-wise?

The total fee has two components -
1. University fees
2. Articulation fees. The articulation fee needs to be paid together at once. You can avail of a 0% EMI option with a monthly installment and a down payment of INR 25,000 to block your seat. If you are availing of 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI. University fees can be paid in 2 semesters.

Refund Policy

1. Is there any deferral or refund policy for this program?

Refund Policy:
1. Students must pay an applicable Caution Amount for the enrollment to the Program. This Caution Amount will be adjustable against the total Program fee payable by the student.
2. Once the student has made a partial or full payment of Program fee, such student can claim a refund for this amount at any time before the cohort commencement date by raising a refund request through ‘My applications’ page on our website (www.upgrad.com), stating the specific reason for the refund. The refund shall be subject to a deduction of INR. 20,000/- towards processing fee. If less than INR. 20,000/- have been paid in total, students shall not be eligible for any refund in such a case.
3. Students shall not be eligible for a refund (under any circumstances) if the refund request is raised postprogram/Batch Start Date. In such a case, the student will continue to pay the EMI of his loan (if applicable), as the loan cannot be canceled. This is also applicable to students who could not complete their payment and could not get enrolled in their opted cohort. However, the student can request a PreProgram deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
4. Studentshall not be eligible for refund of any amount paid towards the Program in case any discrepancy is identified between your application and self-attested documents including but not limited to wrong details about your grades or any other incorrect information provided in your application.
5. In case of a valid refund request post obtaining the loan from a third party credit facility provider, we would like to clarify that the responsibility of canceling the loan will lie with the student as upGrad is not privy to such arrangements between the student and the third party credit facility provider.
6. If students do not provide documents as per the timeline mentioned in the offer letter, they will be deferred to the next batch but they will not be eligible for any refunds.

Deferral Policy: (Pre- Program Commencement)
1. If a Learner, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the Cohort Commencement Date, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch.
2. However, the learner will be required to pay 50% of the Total Program Fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this condition is complied with, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
3. A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for.
4. The Learner has time till the current Cohort Commencement Date to make the payment of the 50% of the Total Program Fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the Learner asks for a refund after the Cohort Commencement Date, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
5. The fee applicable to the deferred Learner will be as per prevailing Total Program Fee for the batch Learner as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).

Deferral Policy: (Post Program Commencement)
1. If a learner is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch.A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the Cohort Commencement Date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for.
2. The Learner will be required to pay a deferral fee of 5% of the Total Program Fee (inclusive of taxes) if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
3. The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.
4. Till this condition is complied, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
5. The Learner has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee, post which the deferral request will expire, and the learner will continue as part of the current cohort.
6. If the Learner completes the deferral payment, the Learner’s login will be disabled, The Learner will leave the deferred cohort and the Learner will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort.
7. The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the Learner has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad. Case Deferral fee Before Program Commencement 50% program fee (including taxes) to be paid upfront- no additional deferral fee to be paid Post Program Commencement (0-7 days after program start date) 5% of the program fee (including taxes) to be paid within 7 days as deferral fee Post Program Commencement (8 days after program start date) Will have to continue as a part of the current cohort.

CaseDeferral fee

Before Program Commencement

50% program fee (including taxes) to be paid upfront- no additional deferral fee to be paid

Post Program Commencement (0-7 days after program start date)

5% of the program fee (including taxes) to be paid within 7 days as deferral fee

Post Program Commencement (8 days after program start date)

Will have to continue as a part of the current cohort

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