Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, Colorado · Public
Colorado Mesa University admitted 83% of 13,165 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 930–1158 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 47% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Colorado Mesa University
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Early decision and early action
Colorado Mesa University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Colorado Mesa University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.38 GPA. 3.3% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $26,547 in-state and $41,147 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,076 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Colorado Mesa University’s acceptance rate?
Colorado Mesa University admitted 83% of applicants: 10,946 of 13,165 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Colorado Mesa University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 930 to 1158, with a median around 1040. A score at or above 1040 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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