Colorado Mesa University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: Approximately 75%
Average High School GPA: 3.2
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 930–1180
ACT Range: 19–26
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 10,000
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $7,704 per year
Out-of-State Tuition: $20,976 per yea
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Grand Junction, Colorado
Setting: Small City
U.S. Region: West
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 27°F (−3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 80°F (27°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 9 inches (229 mm)
Nearest Airport: Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) — Approximately 5 miles (10-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @coloradomesauniversity
Twitter: @ColoradoMesaU
Facebook: Colorado Mesa University
LinkedIn: Colorado Mesa University
YouTube: Colorado Mesa University
TikTok: @coloradomesauniversity
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University Athletics
NCAA Division II
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC)
Nickname: Mavericks
Mascot: Rowdy
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: El Pomar Natatorium
Head Coach: Mickey Wender
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #9
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #3
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B-
Academics: B-
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B
Professors: B
Dorms: B+
Student Life: B+
Value: B-
Campus: B+
Party Scene: B+
Location: B
Campus Food: B
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #636 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #430 of 1,332
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