Mesa State College
1100 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501
School Description
Provided by Mesa State CollegeFounded in 1925, Mesa State College is a comprehensive regional public higher education institution offering liberal arts, professional, and technical programs at the master's, bachelor's, associate, and certificate levels.
At Mesa State, we take great pride in providing educational opportunities and tools that help students succeed in today's complex and interconnected world. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
Mesa State values teaching, learning, and student-faculty interaction. We provide our students with expanded opportunities to participate in research and active hands-on learning as a supplement to the classroom. Mesa State is dedicated to assisting students in achieving their goals and dreams.
A talented and motivated student body is essential to our success. While the majority of our students come from Colorado and the surrounding region, an increasing number of qualified students come from other parts of the U.S. and around the world. This diversity enhances the educational experience at Mesa State.
We provide a broad, liberal arts-based curriculum, offering a wide range of degrees and programs in the arts, sciences, humanities, and selected professional disciplines. Our role as the regional education provider in western Colorado means that we offer opportunities for graduate and technical education.
Grand Junction has been noted for having more opportunities for outdoor recreation within a 100-mile radius of its boundaries than any other city in the Western U.S.
Mesa State College
From Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaMesa State College is a public, liberal-arts college in Grand Junction, Colorado. The college has its primary campus in Grand Junction, a separate vocational institute known as Western Colorado Community College, and a smaller campus in Montrose, Colorado. Mesa State grants two-year associates degrees, four-year bachelors degrees, and a masters degree in business administration (with pending masters degrees in education and nursing).
History
- Founded as Grand Junction State Junior College in 1925 with 36 students registered.
- Enrollment exceeds 200 for the first time in 1933.
- Name changed to Mesa College in 1937.
- Mesa College accredited by North Central Association in 1957.
- Enrollment exceeds 1,000 in 1961.
- Mesa State was authorized to offer baccalaureate degree programs on July 1, 1974.
- Mesa State was authorized to offer masters in business administration on July 1, 1996.
- 2006: A new residence hall opened in August at Mesa State College. The building can house 288 students and seven resident assistants who are supervised by a full-time resident director.
Student housing
Residence Hall Association (RHA) is the residence hall and apartment government. RHA has many objectives and goals, focusing a large portion of their effort toward being the resident’s voice and advocating resident’s issues to the Housing department, campus and Grand Junction community. RHA works closely with housing administration to produce positive changes in campus living. In addition to their governmental and liaison roles with the college and community, RHA plans and executes events, programs and community service projects for residents' enjoyment.
The RHA Executive Board (President, Vice President, Financial & Records Coordinator, Programming Coordinator, and Communications Coordinator) are elected each year by the residential student body. A resident can also join RHA through his Residence Hall Council and become a member of the RHA Assembly, which includes the RHA Executive Board, two representatives from each RHC and one Residence Life Staff representative who work together to meet RHA’s objectives and goals. The RHA Assembly is open to any and all individuals who would like to attend.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Rockies
- Setting:
- Large Town Setting
- Type:
- Public
- Size:
- Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
- Mascot:
- Mavericks
Students & Campus Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment:
- 5,699
- On Campus Housing:
- Available
- Full Time Students:
- 76%
- Athletic Programs:
- Available
Degree Programs at Mesa State College
Associate's Level Programs
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Arts & Humanities
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General Studies
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Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
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General Studies
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Office Management and Supervision
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Communication & Media
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Graphics & Multimedia
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Graphics & Multimedia
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Culinary Arts & Food Service
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Culinary Arts
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Culinary Arts
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Health & Medical Services
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Diagnostic & Treatment Technician
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Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
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Security and Protective Service Careers
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Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement
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Skilled Trades
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Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
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Precision Production Trades
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Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
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Technician Careers
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Engineering Technology
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Bachelor's Level Programs
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Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Natural Resources and Conservation
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Environmental Science
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Arts & Humanities
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English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
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History
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Visual and Performing Arts
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Business
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Accounting & Related Services
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Accounting
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Information Systems
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Management Information Systems
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Mass Communication/ Media Studies
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Fitness, Recreation and Leisure Studies
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Nursing
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Life Science
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Biology
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Biology
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Mathematics and Statistics
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General Mathematics
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General Social Sciences
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International Relations and Affairs
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General Political Science and Government
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Psychology
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General Psychology
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Sociology
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Technology
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Software Development
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Business
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Business/Commerce
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Certificate Programs at Mesa State College
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Culinary Arts & Food Service
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Culinary Arts
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Skilled Trades
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Construction Trades
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Lineworker
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Mechanic/Repair Trades
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Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
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Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
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Precision Production Trades
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Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
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Construction Trades
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
Housing
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 19% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
Athletics
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Football (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference) Basketball (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference) Baseball (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference) Track (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 3,080 | $ 10,267 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 2,359 | $ 9,546 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 721 | $ 721 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,870 | 33% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 1,338 | 15% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 1,625 | 6% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,377 | 45% | |
Any Aid: |
65% |
Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)
| Acceptance Rate: | 82% (Selective) |
| Test Scores | |
| SAT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 21% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 430, Math: 430 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 540, Math: 540 |
| ACT Scores: | |
| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 83% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 18, Verbal: 17, Math: 17 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 23, Verbal: 23, Math: 23 |
Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)
| Application Fee: | $ 30.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Not Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Recommended |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Recommended |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Recommended |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
College Advice |
Question: What College Courses Qualifiy as Humanities?I'm trying to register for some summer classes at Mesa State College, and I know I need 3 credits of Humanities, but there is no option for finding Humanities classes, so I guess my question is, what kind of class is categorized as humanities? Thanks!11 months ago
Best AnswerAfrican American Studies Air Force and Aerospace Studies American Indian Studies Anthropology Architecture Art and Design Art History Biology Classical Studies Dance Design Studies Economics English Environmental Studies Foreign Languages and Literatures Chinese French German Greek Italian Latin Portuguese Russian Spanish History Human Development and Family Studies Interior Design Journalism and Mass Communication Landscape Architecture Liberal Arts and Sciences Music Philosophy Political Science Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Technology & Social Change Textiles and Clothing Theatre Women's Studies |
Question: college lunches?im going to be going to college soon, and i have to live in a dorm room. and its required that you pick a meal plan. the only problem is that Im a vegan and i dont know if the school has vegan options. i read in the book that they have alternitaves like for the weigh concious and vegetarian, but im hopeing that includes vegan. so if they dont offer food i can eat what do i do? are small fridges aloud in dorms? what do u recomend i do? i absoultely refuse to switch my diet and if worst comes to worst, then i guess i just wont go to that college. oh by the way the college is Mesa State College, in Grand Junction colorado. if i could i would live at home, but the school is like 6 hours away from where i live.33 months ago
Best AnswerCall the school and ask. If worse comes to worse, is living off campus sharing an apartment or house with others not an option? I never lived in a dorm, just student houses and it worked out great for me. Just found the menus for your school on their website. They seem to have a vegan option for lunch at any rate. |
