CSU Spur Start is a new and unique program that offers students an opportunity to complete the first year of their Colorado State University education at the Spur Campus in Denver.

CSU Spur Start provides unique hands-on learning opportunities that incorporate research, engage industry professionals, and tackle community challenges. As a CSU Spur Start student, you will enjoy small class sizes, exceptional instructors, and a learning community to help you grow as a student and as an individual. 

The CSU Spur campus is located in Denver at the National Western Center. Three CSU academic buildings focused on Water, Health and Food provide an unprecedented opportunity to engage with CSU experts around the challenges we all share- and to contribute to the creation of solutions.