Colorado Mesa University Application

What is a first-time student?

A student attending college for the first time, either immediately after high school graduation or whenever you’re ready, regardless of age. (May have taken college classes in high school.)

Ready to apply?

CMU has rolling admissions. There is no application deadline. Applications are accepted throughout the year and processing times for applications are quick. Once your application is complete (including submission of official transcripts) you will receive an admissions decision within a few weeks.

SAT/ACT results are NOT required for admission, but can be used for Merit Scholarship eligibility. If you send your results after you are admitted, you will automatically be reconsidered for scholarship purposes.

When you’re ready to apply to Colorado Mesa University, remember our Admissions Office staff is here to help you. If at any time you have questions about the process, don’t hesitate to reach out to your admissions counselor.

Admission requirements

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS HIGHER EDUCATION ADMISSION RECOMMENDATIONSSTEP 1

Apply

CMU is also on the Common Application. This is available for first-time students applying for a bachelor’s degree program.

1. Complete the Colorado Mesa University applicationChoose the type of program you’re interested in applying for. Next, log in to CMUconnect to create an account and begin your application.
2. $40 Application FeeYour application to Colorado Mesa University requires an application fee of $40. This can be paid online with a credit card or by sending a check or money order to the Admissions Office. If you opted to “Pay Later” during the application process, pay your application fee by clicking here.

STEP 2

Submit Transcripts (SAT/ACT test scores are NOT required)

*Official high school transcripts must be sent directly to the CMU Admissions Office from your high school.

Official transcripts can be mailed to:
Colorado Mesa University Admissions Office
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501

1. Official high school transcripts or GED scoresUpon completion of your application for admission, contact your high school to have an official copy of your high school transcripts sent to the Colorado Mesa University Admissions Office.
2. NOT required: SAT/ACT scoresSAT/ACT test results are NOT required for admission. If you do take the SAT/ACT, results may be used for CMU Merit Scholarship eligibility. If you send your results after you are admitted, you will automatically be reconsidered for scholarship purposes. If you send multiple test scores and want to superscore these results, you must submit a Scholarship Reconsideration form.
3. Optional: College credit earned during high schoolIf you have earned college credit during high school, please have your official transcripts and/or test results sent directly to the Colorado Mesa University Registrar’s Office for a transfer evaluation. CMU will review transfer credit through Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) or college/university concurrent courses.

STEP 3

Optional: Letters & Essay

Although recommended, Colorado Mesa University does NOT require letters of recommendation or essays. If submitted they will be reviewed and considered in the admission of a student.

Letters of recommendation are especially helpful for students who are concerned about their admissibility.

An essay provides a forum for students to tell us more about who they are, what they are interested in and how they will be successful in their pursuit of higher education. This can also be especially helpful in the consideration of an applicant who has had a particularly difficult year for a variety of reasons.

1. Optional: Letters of recommendationSubmit letters that address academic preparedness for college level work in their field of interest, work ethic, promise and motivation. While a letter of recommendation can assist in the admissions process, the actual admission of a student is based upon a review of the entire application.
2. Optional: EssayFor those students who are concerned about their admissibility – an essay is highly encouraged and will be reviewed by the Admissions Review Committee. It will likely have bearing on the admission for that particular student.

colorado mesa university tuition

Estimated Undergraduate Costs

Estimated cost of attendance is provided for your planning purposes. These costs are based on 2021-2022 estimated rates for full-time (15 credit hours per semester) undergraduate students living on campus during the academic year. 

Your exact cost of attendance will vary based on your living arrangements, student status (full-time versus part-time) and other factors. Online and January Term courses are also assessed at a different rate. Students should review the detailed tuition and fee schedules (below) and housing rates.

Estimated Annual Cost	Colorado Residents	Out-of-State Tuition Programs (WUE and M&P)	Out-of-State Residents
Tuition and Fees (based on 15 credit hours during fall and spring semesters)	$9,644 (after COF)	$14,337	$23,916
Residence Hall and Meal Plan Range	$9,225-$15,415	$9,225-$15,415	$9,225-$15,415
Books and Supplies Range	$1,125-$1,625	$1,125-$1,625	$1,125-$1,625
Estimated Total Per Year	$19,994-$26,684	$24,687-$31,377	$34,266-$40,956

Fall 2021 Tuition and Fees – (202102 term code)
Undergraduate In-State Tuition & Fees – An undergraduate is defined as a student working toward a technical certificate, an associate degree, or a baccalaureate degree. Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes.

Undergraduate Out-Of-State Tuition & Fees – Students who are not considered a CO state resident for tuition purposes.

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)/Mountain and Plains (MP) Tuition & Fees – These are programs which, if awarded, allows students from select states to attend Colorado Mesa University at a reduced tuition rate. For more information please visit our catalog.

Graduate In-State Tuition & Fees – A Graduate student is defined as a student who is pursuing a master’s or doctoral program. Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes.

Graduate Out-Of-State Tuition & Fees – Students pursuing a master’s or doctoral program who are not considered a CO state resident for tuition purposes.

Accelerated Online RN to BSN Program – The Accelerated Online RN to BSN program is specialized to meet the needs of working professionals in the healthcare industry. Detailed information on this program can be found at http://degree.coloradomesa.edu/

Peace Officers Standards and Training Program (POST) – This certificate program exceeds the Colorado Peace Officers Standard Training requirements for peace officer entry level training. The individual training requirements for Arrest Control, Law Enforcement Driving, and Firearms are included in the program. Students enrolled in the program will earn 31 credit hours that may be applied towards Associate or Bachelor’s degrees at Colorado Mesa University .

Housing and Meal Plans – The following room and board charges for accommodations are for contracts beginning Fall semester 2021. A deposit of a $200 which includes a non-refundable application fee of $50.00 is required at the time of application to housing.

In-State/Out-Of-State Qualification
Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes. Please contact Admissions to verify residency status.

Summer 2021 Tuition and Fees
Summer 2021 Tuition and Fees – (202101 term code)
Undergraduate In-State Tuition & Fees – An undergraduate is defined as a student working toward a technical certificate, an associate degree, or a baccalaureate degree. Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes.

Undergraduate Out-Of-State Tuition & Fees – Students who are not considered a CO state resident for tuition purposes.

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)/Mountain and Plains (MP) Tuition & Fees – These are programs which, if awarded, allows students from select states to attend Colorado Mesa University at a reduced tuition rate. For more information please visit our catalog.

Graduate In-State Tuition & Fees – A Graduate student is defined as a student who is pursuing a master’s program. Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes.

Graduate Out-Of-State Tuition & Fees – Students pursuing a master’s program who are not considered a CO state resident for tuition purposes.

Accelerated Online RN to BSN Program – The Accelerated Online RN to BSN program is specialized to meet the needs of working professionals in the healthcare industry. Detailed information on this program can be found at http://degree.coloradomesa.edu/

Peace Officers Standards and Training Program (POST) – This certificate program exceeds the Colorado Peace Officers Standard Training requirements for peace officer entry level training. The individual training requirements for Arrest Control, Law Enforcement Driving, and Firearms are included in the program. Students enrolled in the program will earn 31 credit hours that may be applied towards Associate or Bachelor’s degrees at Colorado Mesa University .

Housing and Meal Plans – The following room and board charges for accommodations are for contracts beginning Fall semester 2020. A deposit of a $200 which includes a non-refundable application fee of $50.00 is required at the time of application to housing.

In-State/Out-Of-State Qualification
Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes. Please contact Admissions to verify residency status.

Spring 2021 Tuition and Fees
Spring 2021 Tuition and Fees – (202004 term code)
Undergraduate In-State Tuition & Fees – An undergraduate is defined as a student working toward a technical certificate, an associate degree, or a baccalaureate degree. Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes.

Undergraduate Out-Of-State Tuition & Fees – Students who are not considered a CO state resident for tuition purposes.

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)/Mountain and Plains (MP) Tuition & Fees – These are programs which, if awarded, allows students from select states to attend Colorado Mesa University at a reduced tuition rate. For more information please visit our catalog.

Graduate In-State Tuition & Fees – A Graduate student is defined as a student who is pursuing a master’s program. Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes.

Graduate Out-Of-State Tuition & Fees – Students pursuing a master’s program who are not considered a CO state resident for tuition purposes.

Accelerated Online RN to BSN Program – The Accelerated Online RN to BSN program is specialized to meet the needs of working professionals in the healthcare industry. Detailed information on this program can be found at http://degree.coloradomesa.edu/

Peace Officers Standards and Training Program (POST) – This certificate program exceeds the Colorado Peace Officers Standard Training requirements for peace officer entry level training. The individual training requirements for Arrest Control, Law Enforcement Driving, and Firearms are included in the program. Students enrolled in the program will earn 31 credit hours that may be applied towards Associate or Bachelor’s degrees at Colorado Mesa University .

Housing and Meal Plans – The following room and board charges for accommodations are for contracts beginning Fall semester 2017. A deposit of a $150 which includes a non-refundable application fee of $25.00 is required at the time of application to housing.

In-State/Out-Of-State Qualification
Although an individual may be considered a state resident for voting and other legal purposes after being in the state for a short time, the tuition law specifies additional requirements for classification as “in-state” for tuition purposes. Please contact Admissions to verify residency status.