The Board of Governors of the Colorado State University (CSU) System seeks a visionary and entrepreneurial leader with a track record of innovation and success in online education to serve as the next President of CSU Global.
Working in partnership with the Board and university stakeholders, the next President will have an exciting opportunity to elevate CSU Global’s market position, enhance its brand recognition, and position the university for continued growth through innovation, differentiation, and a core commitment to student success and return on investment.
Learn more and download a detailed leadership profile at https://wittkieffer.com/positions/a1wun000002ikypmaw.
The first 100% online, non-profit, fully accredited public university in the United States, CSU Global is the premier provider of online education for today’s modern, post-traditional learners. CSU Global has a global reputation for high-quality, personalized, career-relevant, and affordable education and student support services that lead to learners’ professional advancement and workplace success.
CSU Global enrolls nearly 14,000 students, including adults, active-duty military, and business professionals seeking flexible educational options. The university offers 100% online bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, undergraduate and graduate certificates, and individual courses. Students learn in eight-week courses with monthly start dates in an asynchronous learning environment.
The university’s longstanding emphasis on student success reflects a broader commitment to expanding the state’s economy and enhancing the quality of life for citizens of Colorado and beyond. CSU Global provides access to dynamic and industry-leading online degree programs uniquely characterized by academic excellence, market relevance, innovative delivery technologies, and strong stakeholder engagement.
U.S. News & World Report ranked CSU Global’s online bachelor’s programs No. 17 in the nation and No. 1 in Colorado in 2026. In 2025, graduates of CSU Global’s bachelor’s and graduate programs reported 50% and 40% increases in median annual income, respectively.
Appointed by the CSU System Board of Governors and reporting to the CSU System Chancellor, the President of CSU Global provides visionary, strategic leadership for the institution. The President is responsible for more than 500 CSU Global faculty and 200 staff, oversees an $84 million operating budget, and serves at the university’s chief spokesperson.
Working in partnership with the Board and university stakeholders, the next President will develop a robust strategic plan that positions CSU Global for long-term growth while reflecting the realities of contemporary higher education and an increasingly crowded marketplace for online learners.
All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. WittKieffer is assisting the CSU System in this search, led by Melody Rose, Ph.D., Philip Tang, and Maya Holt-Brockenbrough. For fullest consideration, applicants should provide a CV and letter of interest via WittKieffer’s candidate portal available at https://apptrkr.com/9927485 by December 18, 2026. Confidential nominations and inquiries can be directed to CSUGlobalPresident@wittkieffer.com.
The salary range for this position is approximately $400,000 to $600,000, with bonus opportunities. The President is expected to reside in the Denver metropolitan area.
Colorado State University Global is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University Global is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all federal and Colorado state laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.