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Colorado Mesa University Catalog, 2025-2026
The 2025-2026 Colorado Mesa University Catalog contains a summary of campus offerings, policies, and requirements. Because the catalog is compiled in advance of the academic year it covers, changes may occur. All catalog information is subject to change without notice or obligation. More information on departments, programs, and academic resources, including contact information, can also be found on the
CMU Academics
web page. Previous catalogs can be found in
CMU's Catalog Archives
.
Contact Information
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501-3122
970.248.1020 • 800.982.6372
coloradomesa.edu
Use the top catalog menu bar, left navigation menu, or the search catalog option to find information in this catalog. Users may print or save a PDF of sections of the catalog or the catalog in its entirety using the Print Options feature at the bottom of the left navigation menu or using the floating printer button in the bottom right corner of the website.
This catalog is designed to assist all types of students - those considering college for the first time, those thinking of transferring from a community college or four-year institution, and those already attending Colorado Mesa University - in choosing the program of study that best fits their aspirations and goals. It includes information about admissions guidelines, financial aid, and academic requirements to allow students to make educated decisions about their futures. This catalog also describes aspects of student life at CMU, opportunities for personal growth outside the classroom, and procedures and policies pertinent to a student's success at CMU.
For those thinking about applying to Colorado Mesa University, the following steps may be helpful:
Review the
Areas of Study
offered at Colorado Mesa University, and select disciplines that fall within an area of interest. From here, programs offered within each discipline can be reviewed.
See the
Programs A-Z
section or link to a program listed in the chosen discipline(s) in
Areas of Study
for details on each specific program of interest. Program pages provide detailed program requirements, suggested plans of study, and contact information.
Look up
course descriptions
for some of the courses listed in the program requirements. Courses that fulfill the CMU essential learning degree requirements are provided under
Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees
.
Finally, once programs of interest have been selected, see
Undergraduate Admission Information
or
Graduate Information and Programs
to learn more about the application process and requirements;
Tuition, Fees, Residence Life and Student Accounts
and
Scholarships and Financial Aid
to to learn more about tuition, expenses, financial aid, and housing; and
Academic and Student Services, Offices and Activities
to learn about student academic support, activities and services at Colorado Mesa University.
For those who are already students at Colorado Mesa University, this catalog is helpful for the following:
Choose a major (follow Steps 1, 2, and 3 above.) Once you’ve declared a major contact the appropriate department to meet with your faculty advisor. If undeclared, contact the
IRIS Advising Center
to meet with an academic advisor and discuss options.
Keep track of your academic progress (review the requirements for the selected
program of study
and track progress in DegreeWorks).
Review courses, both required and elective, in
Course Descriptions
.
Review degree requirements and essential learning courses under the requirements applicable to the selected
Undergraduate
or
Graduate
degree type.
To learn more about career opportunities and programs of study available at Colorado Mesa University, you might also wish to review information provided on our
Academics
page.
Refer to the
Maverick Guide
to read the President's letter along with important policies and procedures.
Mission
As a Human Scale University, our mission is to provide an affordable and accessible education and form meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community.
Values
To fulfill our mission and reach toward our vision, our work is grounded in seven values: Love, Dignity, Courage, Humility, Resiliency, Curiosity, and Power. When we practice these values, we are able to support the diversity of our campus, learning from and honoring the rich assortment of beliefs and backgrounds that converge on our campus that make for a vibrant culture and community.
Access the
Campus Maps
webpage to view or download printable PDF versions of the Main Campus, CMU Tech Campus, and Montrose Campus maps.
2025-2026 Catalog
Print Options
Colorado Mesa University Catalog, 2025-2026
The 2025-2026 Colorado Mesa University Catalog contains a summary of campus offerings, policies, and requirements. Because the catalog is compiled in advance of the academic year it covers, changes may occur. All catalog information is subject to change without notice or obligation. More information on departments, programs, and academic resources, including contact information, can also be found on the
CMU Academics
web page. Previous catalogs can be found in
CMU's Catalog Archives
.
Contact Information
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501-3122
970.248.1020 • 800.982.6372
coloradomesa.edu
Use the top catalog menu bar, left navigation menu, or the search catalog option to find information in this catalog. Users may print or save a PDF of sections of the catalog or the catalog in its entirety using the Print Options feature at the bottom of the left navigation menu or using the floating printer button in the bottom right corner of the website.
This catalog is designed to assist all types of students - those considering college for the first time, those thinking of transferring from a community college or four-year institution, and those already attending Colorado Mesa University - in choosing the program of study that best fits their aspirations and goals. It includes information about admissions guidelines, financial aid, and academic requirements to allow students to make educated decisions about their futures. This catalog also describes aspects of student life at CMU, opportunities for personal growth outside the classroom, and procedures and policies pertinent to a student's success at CMU.
For those thinking about applying to Colorado Mesa University, the following steps may be helpful:
Review the
Areas of Study
offered at Colorado Mesa University, and select disciplines that fall within an area of interest. From here, programs offered within each discipline can be reviewed.
See the
Programs A-Z
section or link to a program listed in the chosen discipline(s) in
Areas of Study
for details on each specific program of interest. Program pages provide detailed program requirements, suggested plans of study, and contact information.
Look up
course descriptions
for some of the courses listed in the program requirements. Courses that fulfill the CMU essential learning degree requirements are provided under
Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees
.
Finally, once programs of interest have been selected, see
Undergraduate Admission Information
or
Graduate Information and Programs
to learn more about the application process and requirements;
Tuition, Fees, Residence Life and Student Accounts
and
Scholarships and Financial Aid
to to learn more about tuition, expenses, financial aid, and housing; and
Academic and Student Services, Offices and Activities
to learn about student academic support, activities and services at Colorado Mesa University.
For those who are already students at Colorado Mesa University, this catalog is helpful for the following:
Choose a major (follow Steps 1, 2, and 3 above.) Once you’ve declared a major contact the appropriate department to meet with your faculty advisor. If undeclared, contact the
IRIS Advising Center
to meet with an academic advisor and discuss options.
Keep track of your academic progress (review the requirements for the selected
program of study
and track progress in DegreeWorks).
Review courses, both required and elective, in
Course Descriptions
.
Review degree requirements and essential learning courses under the requirements applicable to the selected
Undergraduate
or
Graduate
degree type.
To learn more about career opportunities and programs of study available at Colorado Mesa University, you might also wish to review information provided on our
Academics
page.
Refer to the
Maverick Guide
to read the President's letter along with important policies and procedures.
Mission
As a Human Scale University, our mission is to provide an affordable and accessible education and form meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community.
Values
To fulfill our mission and reach toward our vision, our work is grounded in seven values: Love, Dignity, Courage, Humility, Resiliency, Curiosity, and Power. When we practice these values, we are able to support the diversity of our campus, learning from and honoring the rich assortment of beliefs and backgrounds that converge on our campus that make for a vibrant culture and community.
Access the
Campus Maps
webpage to view or download printable PDF versions of the Main Campus, CMU Tech Campus, and Montrose Campus maps.