What is the value of a CSU Education?
85%
of graduates secured plans within six months of graduation
600+
companies have hired international CSU graduates for OPT/CPT
92%
International student satisfaction (2023 ISB report)
Average starting salaries (three-year average*)
*Source: CSU First Destination Report
$79,000
International Graduate students
(CSU average: $70,336)
$55,000
International Undergraduate Students
(CSU average: $52,390)
OPT and STEM OPT Extension
International students are eligible to work for up to 12 months on their student visa following graduation thanks to a program known as Post-Completion OPT.
F-1 students who completed a program of study in an approved STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) field are eligible to apply for a 24-month extension of their Post-Completion OPT.
popular opt hiring companies
Colorado State University is a well-known and respected university in the United States. As a result, many international students gain employment and OPT opportunities at popular companies in Fort Collins, Colorado, and beyond. Some of the popular companies that recent graduates have been hired by include:
- Amazon
- Meta
- HP (located in Fort Collins!)
- Tesla
- IBM
- Micron
- Colorado State University
- And more!
CSU Career center
The wonderful Career Center at Colorado State University is your best resource for building a resume, finding networking and internship opportunities, and preparing for a career after graduation. The Career Center can help you with:
- Career Exploration
- Networking
- Resume & Cover Letter assistance
- Job and Internship Search
- Grad School Prep
- Interviewing
- On-Campus employment
Can I work on campus as an international student?
Yes! International students are permitted to work up to 20 hours a week while studying at CSU. Many international students work in Housing and Dining Services, the campus bookstore, and right here in the International Enrollment Center!