Colorado State University Global (CSU Global)

Colorado State University Global (CSU Global) is the first statutorily defined, fully online public university in the United States, established in 2007. As an independent institution within the Colorado State University System, its core mission is to advance student academic and professional success in a global society by providing access to dynamic education. The university is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

CSU Global offers a wide array of online undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs designed for working adults and nontraditional learners. Key offerings include bachelor's and master's degrees in fields such as Information Technology, Business, Human Resources, Accounting, Marketing, Healthcare Management, Criminal Justice, Finance, and Project Management. The university features an accelerated eight-week course structure with monthly start dates, emphasizing flexibility and career relevance.

CSU Global maintains a strong market position as a leader in online education, consistently recognized for its program quality. In January 2026, U.S. News & World Report ranked CSU Global as the No. 1 institution in Colorado for Best Online Bachelor's Programs (No. 17 nationally), Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans (No. 10 nationally), and Best Online Master's in Education Programs (No. 25 nationally). The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with specialized accreditations for its business programs by ACBSP and project management programs by the PMI Global Accreditation Center.