Transferring from a Colorado Community College to CSU Global: What You Need to Know

If you’ve completed—or are close to completing—an associate’s degree from a Colorado community college, you may be closer than you think to earning your bachelor’s. And you don’t need to relocate, give up your job, or pause your life to do it.

CSU Global, the state’s only 100% online public university, is designed to avoid common roadblocks that often keep students from finishing their degrees. Here’s how CSU Global makes the process easier for Colorado community college graduates:

1. All 60 credits accepted with guaranteed admission. Students who complete an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree at a Colorado community college are guaranteed admission, and all 60 credits transfer directly into a bachelor’s program at CSU Global.
2. A 10% tuition discount that sticks with you through graduation. Graduates from Colorado community colleges automatically qualify for a 10% tuition discount that stays in place through graduation, as long as they remain continuously enrolled.
3. Locked-in tuition rates: Tuition is guaranteed to stay the same throughout one’s program, making it easier for students to plan and budget. At $375 per undergraduate credit (before the 10% discount), CSU Global’s rates are competitively priced compared to other universities.
4. Colorado Promise: Tuition reimbursement available. Colorado students with a family income of $90,000 or less may have their tuition and fees fully reimbursed through the Colorado Promise refundable tax credit. To qualify, students must enroll in a Colorado public college within two years of high school graduation, complete the FAFSA or CASFA, take at least six credits per term, and maintain a 2.5 GPA.
5. Application fee waiver for Colorado residents. Colorado residents can waive the $25 application fee by entering the code “COLORADO” when submitting their application.
6. A proven model for working adults. Ninety-two percent of undergrads are employed, and 83% stay enrolled—clear evidence that CSU Global’s flexible, 8-week asynchronous courses make it possible to balance work, life, and school while staying on track to graduate.
7. No geographic restrictions. Whether students stay in Colorado or relocate out of state, they can continue their studies without interruption and keep their tuition rate with no out-of-state fees. CSU Global’s fully online model supports anytime, anywhere access.
8. Industry-relevant curriculum. As students complete certain courses in their bachelor’s program, they become eligible to take a range of industry-recognized certification exams, giving them credentials that show employers they’ve mastered in-demand skills and are ready to contribute on day one.
9. Programs built for today’s job market. In addition to high-return degrees in fields like business management, accounting, and criminal justice, CSU Global has expanded its bachelor’s program offerings to include degrees in operations and supply chain management and legal studies—fields aligned with growing career opportunities.
10. Personalized support every step of the way. Students can access free 1-on-1 tutoring and a dedicated student success counselor to help with class planning, financial aid questions, and staying on track to graduation.

For Colorado community college graduates, CSU Global offers a clear and accessible path to a bachelor’s degree. With guaranteed credit transfer, competitive tuition, and a fully online format, the university is built to support students as they continue their education alongside work, family, and other responsibilities.