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.
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 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.
