Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Grand Junction, Colorado |
| Online | mesastate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Colorado Mesa University, established in 1925, is a public institution situated in Grand Junction, roughly 250 miles west of Denver, providing a semi-urban educational environment. The university spans a 86-acre main campus notable for its contemporary architectural designs. Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including notable programs in nursing, business, and the health sciences, Colorado Mesa University has a moderately selective admissions process. The campus supports on-campus living with several residence halls and apartment-style accommodations for students. As a regional educational hub, the university does not have a major emphasis on intercollegiate athletics on a national scale.
In the most recent statistical year 9,810 prospective students applied, and 8,021 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,752 enrolled in the school. 6,626 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,279 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $8,261 plus fees of $1,036. Colorado Mesa is ranked 886 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Colorado Mesa is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Colorado Mesa University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#886 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#345 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Colorado
#9 in Best Public Colleges in Colorado
#25 in Best Value Colleges in Colorado
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1180 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.28 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Colorado Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
| Other Fees | $1,036 |
| Room and Board | $11,522 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,184 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,443 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
| Other Fees | $1,036 |
| Room and Board | $11,522 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,184 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,165 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Business | 17% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=127556 IPEDS survey data for Colorado Mesa University.
Current students may use the Colorado Mesa University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.