About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Melissa Tolson
Coordinator of Programs and Campus Visi
Coordinator of Programs and Campus Visi
Address
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone
970.248.1693
Email
admissions@coloradomesa.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
University Center
Maverick Center (Rec Center)
The Point
Starbucks
Yogo Mojo (frozen yogurt)
Maverick Center (Rec Center)
The Point
Starbucks
Yogo Mojo (frozen yogurt)
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Colorado National Monument
Bananas Fun Park
The Ale House
Mesa Mall
Highline Lake
Bananas Fun Park
The Ale House
Mesa Mall
Highline Lake
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: No
Dates: Year-round
Times: Mon & Fri at 9am and 1pm, Tues-Thur at 1pm and Sat at 9am
Average Length: Varies
Dates: Year-round
Times: Mon & Fri at 9am and 1pm, Tues-Thur at 1pm and Sat at 9am
Average Length: Varies
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Arrangements
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
MavRides (Thursday, Friday and Saturday night)
Grand Valley Transit
Grand Junction Regional Airport
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Overview
Applicants: 10,597
Acceptance Rate: 81%
Average HS GPA: 3.30
GPA Breakdown
18%
4.0
15%
3.75 - 3.99
14%
3.50 - 3.74
14%
3.25 - 3.49
12%
3.00 - 3.24
17%
2.50 - 2.99
9%
2.00 - 2.49
2%
1.00 - 1.99
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 590
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
440 - 580
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
920 - 1040
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
18 - 26
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
18:1
Total Faculty
575
with Terminal Degree
293
Women
282
Men
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
27%
Graduate in 5 years
41%
Graduate in 6 years
45%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agricultural Business and Management, General.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Women's Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business/Commerce, General.
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
Management Information Systems, General.
Office Management and Supervision.
Real Estate.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Mass Communication/Media Studies.
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COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.
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CONSTRUCTION TRADES.
Construction Trades, General.
Lineworker.
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EDUCATION.
Education, General.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.
Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician.
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician.
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician.
Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Child Care Provider/Assistant.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician.
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training.
Medical/Clinical Assistant.
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Nursing Practice.
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
Criminal Justice/Police Science.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
Wildland/Forest Firefighting and Investigation.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MECHANIC AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS.
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Sustainability Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Physical Fitness Technician.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PERSONAL AND CULINARY SERVICES.
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef.
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General.
Culinary Arts and Related Services.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physical Sciences.
Physics, General.
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PRECISION PRODUCTION.
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist.
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist.
Welding Technology/Welder.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Geographic Information Science and Cartography.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING.
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Graphic Design.
Music, General.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Terminal Associate
Transfer Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Terminal Associate
Transfer Associate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Charles Hull
Inventor of solid imaging process known as stereolithogrophy (3D printing)
Marilyn Ferguson
Author of The Aquarian Conspiracy
John Pagano
Defensive Coordinator for San Diego Chargers
Sergio Romo
Pitcher for the San Francisco Giants, two-time World Series Champion
Scott McInnis
Former member of the U.S. House of Representatives
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
27%
Graduate in 5 years
41%
Graduate in 6 years
45%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$10,261
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$9,809
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,551
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
55%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$23,538
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$9,206
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$24,849
Required Fees
$963
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,800
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$4,194
Transportation for Commuters
$1,664
On-Campus Room and Board
$11,168
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
8,711
Foreign Countries Represented
25
Demographics
1.39%
Asian
1.58%
Black
21.01%
Hispanic
64.85%
Caucasian
4.38%
Unknown
1.39%
International
53% female
47% male
15% are out of state
75% are full time
25% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
28%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
68%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Coed
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
78
Number of Honor Societies
5
Number of Social Sororities
1
Number of Religious Organizations
7
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Colorado Mesa Mavericks)
14 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Women's Sports (Colorado Mesa Mavericks)
14 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Health
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
