Our University
Visiting Our Campus
Updated June 2008
Our campus is in the center of Fort Collins, Colorado, just at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills. It's an ideal location to live and learn - a unique blend of big city advantages and small town friendliness with easy access to the great outdoors.
University Welcome Center
Ammons Hall (maps & directions)
970-491-INFO
Summer hours - 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Academic year hours - 7:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
The Welcome Center serves as the university's official front door for our visitors and friends. The center offers general information about campus and the Fort Collins community, along with admissions information for prospective students and their families, including daily information sessions and campus tours.
Fort Collins
Fort Collins is a city of 134,000 located 60 miles north of Denver. "The Fort" seems to have something for just about everyone – several shopping malls, hundreds of restaurants, multiple movie complexes, a regional cultural center, natural areas, miles of bike trails, and cozy coffee houses – right here in town. And for outdoor enthusiasts, camping, hiking, snow boarding, downhill and cross-country skiing to rafting, fishing, and water skiing are all within a short drive.
Driving Directions and Parking Information
Building locations, campus maps, and driving directions can be found on maps.colostate.edu.
- Denver International Airport is served by most major airlines which provide nonstop daily service to more than 115 national and international destinations. Many national rental car companies offer service at DIA and ground transportation (shuttle service) to Fort Collins is also available from the main terminal.
- Fort Collins is also served by the Fort Collins/Loveland Airport.
- Greyhound Bus Lines connections are available to and from Fort Collins. For reservations and information, visit the www.greyhound.com or call (800) 229-9424.
After You Arrive
- University Parking Services - Parking on campus is regulated - visit Parking Services online and get all the information you need prior to your arrival. You can also pick up your guest parking permits and detailed parking information at Green Hall, located on the corner of Loomis/Meridian and Laurel.
- Campus Maps - Building locations, campus maps, and driving directions can be found online, at the Welcome Center, or at Parking Services.
- Fort Collins Convention & Visitors Bureau - Links to accommodations, local eateries, shopping, recreation, sights, events, and more!