$15,590/yr
Average net price per year, what students actually pay
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO·Public · 4-year
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Overview
This school is accessible, giving a well-prepared applicant a realistic shot. Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $15,590 a year against a $27,230 list price, a 43% gap.
Colorado Mesa University is a urban public four-year institution located in Grand Junction, CO. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 9,785 undergraduate students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Admissions
Acceptance rate
82%
SAT range
930 - 1160
Academic fit
Admission probability
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Academics
Student:faculty
18:1
Avg class size (est.)
~45 students
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Costs
Sticker price
$27,230
Avg net price after aid
$15,590
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
67%
Avg grant aid
$9,096
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Student body
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Campus life
Food near campus
Housing & living costs
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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Graduate programs
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