Known for health sciences — excellent value
Colorado Mesa University is a public institution in Grand Junction with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1070, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.6K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
42% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,823 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,331.
Established
1925
Motto
"Empowering the Mind Through Heart"
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division II athletics
Division
Division II
Campus Visits
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81%Acceptance
1070SAT Avg
7,604Students
18:1Student:Faculty
42%Grad Rate
$45,823Earnings 10yr
$15,331Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate81.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1070
Reading & WritingMid: 545
470600
MathMid: 529
460580
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1926
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,712
Tuition (out-of-state)$24,312
Room & Board$11,760
Books & Supplies$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance$22,883
Average Net Price$15,331
Median Debt at Graduation$22,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$233
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,547
$30–48K$11,755
$48–75K$15,061
$75–110K$18,182
$110K+$20,288
Programs (129)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,604
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
39%
Pell Grant Recipients
27%
Race & Ethnicity
White 65%
Black 2%
Hispanic 21%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate41.5%
Freshman Retention75.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$39,223
8 Years$42,409
10 Years$45,823
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$34,800
Men
$51,400
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Mavericks
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia