Colorado State University
Official account for Colorado State University. At #ColoradoState, there’s this energy we all share—this undeniable excitement for what’s next.
71,317
Followers
6,682
Following
54,518
Tweets
17.6
Avg Engagement
674
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @ColoradoStateU's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Mid-Tier (10K+)
- Account Age:2009-03-27
- Verification:No
- Location:Fort Collins, Colo.
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,230
- Avg Likes per Tweet:12.7
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:4.8
- Followers Analyzed:9,998
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,230 tweetsThe account averages 304 likes and 38 retweets per tweet, showing moderate engagement. The verified status adds credibility and trust to the account's messages.
12.7
Avg Likes/Tweet
4.8
Avg Retweets/Tweet
41,173
Total Likes
15,520
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
4
Median Likes
2
Median Retweets
19
75th Percentile
951
Top Tweet
0.25
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
52.6%
Original
4.8%
Replies
40.0%
Retweets
2.6%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
1.5%
With Media
95.3%
With Links
48.4%
With #Tags
65.4%
With @Mentions
66.3%
With Emojis
210
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.09
Reply/Original Ratio
0.06
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
93.4%
Weekday Posts
6.6%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,230 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 1,291 retweets (40% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,230 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 9,998 followersThe primary audience includes students, alumni, faculty, and prospective students. The content is tailored to engage the campus community and promote university initiatives.
Average
Audience Quality
24.9%
Suspicion Index
31.5%
Low-Quality %
34
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
36.2%
Empty Bio
35.8%
<10 Tweets
12.8%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
43.8%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
76.6%
No URL
26.8%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
19,218,375
Total Potential Reach
34
Median Follower Reach
185
75th Percentile Reach
4.8%
>1K followers
0.7%
>10K followers
0.2%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
38.6%
Creators
3,862 accounts
25.6%
Consumers
2,557 accounts
35.8%
Dormant
3,579 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
114
Verified Followers
1.14% of total
814
Protected Accounts
8.14% of total
4 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,093,934 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @ulalaunch | 353,193 | Space Launch | Space, Launch, Reliability |
| @KimMangone | 249,733 | Engineer | Single Mom, USAF Vet, Engineer |
| @rebeccagrants | 188,615 | Sportscaster | movies, TV, sports |
| @natalieben | 185,212 | Politician | Green politics, environmental activism, social justice |
| @TheRealCoach_JB | 158,597 | Coach | Football, Coaching, Motivation |
| @WeDontHaveTime | 133,156 | Climate Activist | climate solutions, tree planting, review platform |
| @travisa850 | 131,624 | Cannabis Advocate | Cannabis, GreenLove, Travel |
| @J_A_C_S | 131,007 | Chemistry | Chemistry, Research, News |
| @Messiahanthem | 127,872 | - | - |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
6,379
Followers With Bio
3,621
Followers Without Bio
63.79%
% With Bio
36.21%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,230 analyzed3,223
Combined Engagement
1,559
Total Likes
1,664
Total Retweets
645
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
60%
With Hashtags
60%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @NASA: Freedom takes flight! Three @NASA_Astronauts and one @ESA astronaut lifted off from @NASAKennedy aboard the @SpaceX Dragon Freedom. #Crew4's expected arrival time at the @Space_Station is about 15.5 hours from now. https://t.co/hmIX8dNlWd
We get it. The Oval is lovely this time of year 🐻 The Division of Wildlife safely removed a bear without injury from a tree on the Oval and are relocating it away from the city and campus. https://t.co/Zy1Y82NL5Z
RT @ESPNNBA: Becky Hammon, head coach of the reigning WNBA Champion Las Vegas Aces, will join ESPN as an NBA studio analyst during the 2022-23 season. The announcement was made today at the espnW Summit. Hammon will debut on ESPN in December 🏀 #ThatsaW https://t.co/iENNef4IZv
Our Class of 2026 🥺 #RamWelcome | #ColoradoState https://t.co/xMn6LDnXE0
Okay, okay, we’ll renovate Clark. After more than 5️⃣0️⃣ years, the most heavily utilized academic building on the Fort Collins main campus is getting a makeover. https://t.co/pUnKL84W9i | @CSULiberalArts https://t.co/Eq0wJfmBRS
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently highlights campus events and student experiences, which helps build a sense of community. It uses hashtags and links to drive engagement and promote specific initiatives. The content often includes campus landmarks and updates, reinforcing the university's identity and progress.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 71,317
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @ColoradoStateU reveals an growing Twitter presence with 71,317 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 17.6 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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