Is Colorado Mesa University worth it?
Colorado Mesa University is a public, four-year institution in Grand Junction, Colorado (small city). It awarded 2,571 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, registered nursing and automobile mechanics technology.
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Federal context for Colorado Mesa University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,536
Median earnings 4 years after
$58,601
Median earnings 10 years after
$45,823
Average net price
$15,103
Completion rate
41%
Completions (2024)
2,571
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
8,143
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $69,631 | $81,319 | 240 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $43,111 | $57,897 | 188 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $31,253 | $49,348 | 129 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $38,204 | $58,708 | 82 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $32,565 | $45,737 | 61 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $34,116 | $54,321 | 56 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $49,330 | $70,482 | 53 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Bachelor's | $54,004 | $74,932 | 47 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $32,899 | $54,717 | 46 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $42,136 | $44,651 | 41 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $46,316 | $69,297 | 37 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $32,460 | $43,775 | 28 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $65,284 | $96,708 | 27 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $33,622 | $43,733 | 27 |
| Education, General | Master's | $52,796 | $60,586 | 24 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 243 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 151 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 145 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 93 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 89 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 83 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 79 |
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 76 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 71 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 71 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 27% | 5,002 |
| Educational Services | 11% | 2,024 |
| Public Administration | 9% | 1,676 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 1,563 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 1,405 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 1,306 |
| Construction | 4% | 814 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 764 |
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Sources: federal figures for Colorado Mesa University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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