by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Colorado Mesa worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Colorado Mesa is ranked #1,382 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Colorado, it ranks #21 of 49 for value.
Among the majors Colorado Mesa offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Facilities Management | #22 of 49 |
| Recreation Administration | #22 of 50 |
| Mechanics | #31 of 49 |
| Construction Trades | #33 of 52 |
| Radiologic Technology | #41 of 74 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #41 of 74 |
| Criminal Justice & Police Science | #44 of 90 |
| Public Administration | #46 of 99 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #78 of 211 |
| Environmental Science | #85 of 272 |
Below is the detailed Colorado Mesa value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Colorado Mesa University is ranked #16 out of #53 in Colorado for quality and #21 out of #49 for Colorado value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Colorado Mesa financial aid page to be sure.
Colorado Mesa University is ranked #1,382 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Colorado Mesa University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Colorado Mesa costs about $17,245. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $68,979 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,027 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,103 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,245 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $68,979 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Colorado Mesa net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Colorado Mesa degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $96,108 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,979 | #1,382 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $60,412 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $96,108 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,979 | #21 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $60,412 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Colorado Mesa shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,547 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,755 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,061 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,182 |
| Over $110K | $20,288 |
About 76% of Colorado Mesa undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,096 per year. Get more details on the Colorado Mesa financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Colorado Mesa cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.