School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a large town (in Grand Junction, CO). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501-3122
Main Phone: (970) 248-1020
Web Site: www.mesastate.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 4,737 (full-time equivalent) students. 89.4% of students attend full-time, while 10.6% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 454 male students and 594 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 43.3% of the student body, while females made up 56.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (2)%, Hispanic (8)%, Asian (2)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 430. One quarter of students scored at least 550.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 420 or higher. One fourth of students scored 550 or higher.

Degree Levels

• Certificate, 1-2 years
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Degree Programs

Building Trade And Construction

• Electrician

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Hospitality
• Information Technology

• Journalism

• Communications Technology And Technician

• Computer And Information Sciences

• Electronic And Computer Technology
• Environmental Control

• General English Language

• Natural Resources Conservation

• Medical Diagnostics Technician
• Nursing

• Government And Political Science
• History
• Social Sciences
• Sociology

• Institutional Food

• Liberal Arts

• Health And Fitness

• Biology

• Mathematics

• General Arts

• General Physical Sciences

• Metal Work And Machinist

• Criminal Justice

• General Psychology

• Engine And Automotive

School Accreditation

Mesa State College reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Mesa State College is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Mesa State College belongs to the following athletic conferences:

• Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• Accelerated programs
• AP credits
• Credit for life experience
• Distance learning options

Financial Flexibility

• Student employment services
• Work-study (Co-op)
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates
• On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements

• High-school GPA is required.
• Secondary school record is required.
• Standardized test scores are required.
• The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

• Secondary school rank is recommended.
• Recommendations are recommended.
• A college preparatory program is recommended.

• A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.