Student Parent Support
Colorado State University’s Adult Learner & Veteran Services (ALVS) recognizes the hard work that student parents put into balancing family life, parenthood, and college coursework. While finding that balance is not always the easiest of tasks, the ALVS is a safe space for student parents to access resources and support as they balance parenting while pursuing their degree. These resources are open to students of all ages and backgrounds. Questions on additional ways you can receive support as a student parent on campus? Contact us on our Live Chat or call us at (970) 491-3977.
How ALVS Supports Student Parents
Learn about local resources for childcare including childcare centers, Ram Kidz Village (a supplemental program run though the ALVS), Summer Camps for K-12, and more.
Learn about resources for food, housing, and clothing assistance, including programs specifically for families with children.
Learn about support systems for student parents including planned leave at CSU, student parent meet-ups, campus lactation rooms, Project Self-Sufficiency, Women Give, and mental health resources.
Fill out this form to receive an email with information about specific resources and programs.
How CSU Supports Student Parents
Know Your Rights – Title IX
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”), is a Federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex —including pregnancy and parental status— in educational programs and activities.
See the Title IX & Pregnancy page for information on your rights as a student, Colorado State University requirements, and resources.
Title IX Office:
Titleix@colostate.edu
(970) 491-1715
Planned Leave at CSU
Unlike “stopping-out,” Planned Leave allows students to maintain enrollment eligibility without having to pursue the readmission process.
Students who are eligible for Planned Leave should complete the Planned Leave request by 11:59 pm MT on the Sunday before classes begin for the term they plan on being away. The recommended actions to be taken before opting for Planned Leave are outlined on the Requesting or Cancelling Planned Leave page and generally take a couple of days to complete.
Eligibility Requirements for Planned Leave:
- An undergraduate degree-seeking student seeking a bachelor’s degree.
- Must have been enrolled as a degree-seeking student for at least one semester prior to requesting Planned Leave.
- In Good Academic Standing, Academic Watch, or Academic Dismissal Warning.
- Must have approval of designated departments in specialized cases (refer to Impacts for NCAA D1 Athletes and Impacts for International Students).
- Must meet all published deadlines and procedures for requesting Planned Leave.
REsources for student parents - vice president for student affairs
Find additional resources for student parents listed by the Vice President for Student Affairs. Some of these resources may be listed on ALVS Student Parent Resource pages linked above. We do our best to keep similar resources and updated links. Visit the page.