Q. What is the weather like in Pueblo, Colorado?
Q. Can I use my international driver’s license in Colorado? How much does it cost to buy a car and mandatory automobile insurance? 
Q. Is it cheaper to live on campus or off?
Q. Where are the ski resorts in Colorado and what is the cost to ski?
Q. Will there be local food markets where I can buy food items from my country?
Q. What is the public transportation system like in Pueblo?
Q. Can I speak or write to someone from my own country who is currently attending CSU-Pueblo? 
Q. Can you tell me how many students from my country are attending CSU-Pueblo?
Q. Are there additional scholarships available on campus, other than the ISIP?
Q. Does CSU-Pueblo offer ESL instruction?
Q. When requesting official test scores from ETS, what institutional code should I use?

Q. What is the weather like in Pueblo, Colorado?

A. Pueblo is in a semi arid region, therefore, it is hot in the summer and cold (with snowfall) in the winter. Temperatures vary during the spring and autumn seasons. Suitable clothing can be purchased upon arrival, but items such as a winter coat (if arriving in January) should be brought from home if possible. The CIP homepage has a link to weather information (www.weather.com/outlook/driving/local/81001). 

Q. Can I use my international driver’s license in Colorado? How much does it cost to buy a car and mandatory automobile insurance?

A. Yes, the international driver’s license can be used for driving in Colorado while you are a non-resident student. The cost of a vehicle, as in any country, depends on the make, model and year of the car. Used cars are generally less expensive than new cars, but more money may be paid in maintenance costs over the driving period. Insurance costs vary according to a driver’s gender, age, driving experience, and type of vehicle that is being insured. Discounts can be obtained through most insurance agencies for students who have good grades (good student discount). Liability vehicle insurance is the minimum insurance requirement in the state of Colorado and must be obtained upon purchasing a vehicle.

Q. Is it cheaper to live on campus or off?

A. First of all, unmarried freshmen under the age of 21 must live in the Belmont Residence Hall for the first year of study. Although in general comparison it would seem that living off-campus is less expensive than the dormitory, once again, when a student considers the cost of food, transportation, etc., living on-campus has its advantages. Upperclassmen and graduate students may also choose to live on-campus in the Walking Stick Village Apartment complex. More information on housing can be obtained at: www.colostate-pueblo.edu/InternationalPrograms/housing/index.asp.

Q. Where are the ski resorts in Colorado and what is the cost to ski?

A. Colorado has an abundance of snow skiing resorts (over 20), some within shorter distances of the campus. Visit www.skiresorts.com/html/resorts/northamerica/usa/CO for more specific information on various resorts. Also, the Experiential Learning Center, of the CSU-Pueblo campus, offers student trips throughout the ski season at greatly reduced cost. Check out www.colostate-pueblo.edu/elc for more information on pending and past trips.


Q. Will there be local food markets where I can buy food items from my country?

A. There are ethnic food aisles in the major grocery stores in the Pueblo area. Also, Colorado Springs and Denver have various Asian food markets and other special interest stores.

Q. What is the public transportation system like in Pueblo?

A. There is a public bus system in Pueblo that visits the campus throughout the day at 15-minute intervals. The buses do not run at night or on Sundays. Students can pay a monthly rate for citywide bus usage. Taxi service is also available, but is not as prevalent as in larger cities. Many students rely on bicycles to assist them with transportation needs.

Q. Can I speak or write to someone from my own country who is currently 
attending CSU-Pueblo?

A. Yes, several students provide us with permission to give out their names, phone numbers, and email addresses. Just contact the CIP with your request.

Q. Can you tell me how many students from my country are attending CSU-Pueblo?

A. Yes, this information can be found at: www.colostate-pueblo.edu/InternationalPrograms/Admissions/StudentEnrollment.asp.

Q. Are there additional scholarships available on campus, other than the ISIP?

A. In addition to the ISIP scholarship, other funds are available on an application (competitive) basis. A scholarship booklet can be obtained by contacting the CIP or the Office of Financial Services with your request. Most scholarship applications have an early spring deadline for fall award consideration.

Q. Does CSU-Pueblo offer ELI instruction?

A. Yes, CSU-Pueblo offer ELI instruction.

Q. When requesting official test scores from ETS, what institutional code 
should I use?

A. The institutional school code for CSU-Pueblo is 4611.

Admission Requirements:

Completed application with fee ($30 for undergraduate students; $35 for graduate students). The fee must be an international money order, traveler’s check, or a check written from a US bank with routing number.

Proof of English proficiency (a minimum TOEFL score of 500 (paper based) is required for most programs – nursing and the master of business administration programs require a minimum 550 TOEFL score)

Transcripts – high school transcripts, verifying graduation, are required for undergraduate students. Transfer students must also provide college transcripts from each institution attended. The transcripts must be official and provided in both the native and English languages. Students graduating from US high schools must also submit an ACT or SAT score.

Financial Certification – proof must be provided that enough funding is available for study/living at the CSU-Pueblo campus for a minimum of one year at the non-resident rate. This certification requires a letter from a sponsoring person/agency and accompanying bank statement showing sufficient funds are available. See www.colostate-pueblo.edu/InternationalPrograms/financial/TuitionFees.asp for current tuition rates.

Graduate students must also submit the proper GRE or GMAT test score, and proof of bachelor degree (equivalency) completion.

TRANSFER STUDENTS WITHIN THE USA MUST ALSO PROVIDE PROOF THAT GOOD VISA STATUS HAS BEEN MAINTAINED AT THE CURRENT OR PREVIOUS SCHOOL. A FORMAL RELEASE IN THE SEVIS SYSTEM MUST ALSO BE PROVIDED BY THE CURRENT SCHOOL TO CSU-PUEBLO.