Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001358
- Phone: (719) 336-2248
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
78.20%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,224Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Mesa State College
Also known as Colorado Mesa
2401 S Main St, Lamar, CO
Mesa State College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Grand Junction, CO, which is a predominantly urban area. Approximately 8,100 students are enrolled per year at MSC.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSC offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 870 to 1080 for the SAT exam and in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT is common among students accepted to MSC. MSC has an acceptance rate of about 80 percent of which only 47 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,700, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,400 annually. MSC may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.
The MSC "Mavericks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.mesastate.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Mesa State College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Mesa State College is about 9,500, where graduate students make up roughly 22% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $30 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $7,800-$9,300
- Out-of-State: $21,000-$24,860
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $280-$330 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $740-$890 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 76% | $6,515 |
Receiving Student Loans | 62% | $9,836 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Mesa State College may offer services including:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Mesa State College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
- Football (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
- Beach Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Mesa State College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
- Animation (A, B, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking (A, C)
Education
- Education (C, M)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, C)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- EMT and Paramedic (A, C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Medical Lab Technician (A)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Cartography and GIS (C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Mesa State College.
- Western State College of Colorado in Thornton, CO (95 miles away)
- Fort Lewis College in Denver, CO (130 miles away)
- Adams State College in Grand Junction, CO (183 miles away)
- Southern Utah University in Ephraim, UT (189 miles away)
- Metropolitan State College of Denver in Grand Junction, CO (195 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001358
- Phone: (719) 336-2248
- School Homepage