Colorado Mesa University

Founded in 1925, the institution originally started as a junior college enrolling 39 students. In 1937 the school was renamed to Mesa College and began offering baccalaureate programs in 1974. The institution went through another renaming process in 1988 and became Mesa State College, reflecting its development and ongoing change. In 1996 the institution began offering its first master's program. 

The university offers more than 100 undergraduate programs of study - at the certificate, associate and bachelor's level - along with graduate programs in business administration, education and nursing. To help achieve its goal in meeting the educational needs of western Colorado, a two-year open-admission division, Western Colorado Community College (WCCC), was created in 2005. WCCC was renamed to CMU Tech in 2023. CMU Tech offers both technical certificates and associate degrees. 

The FIRS is the Forensic Investigation RESEARCH Station. Scientific research is simply a systemic way of collecting data to answer questions. At FIRS, they teach students to ask testable questions and design projects that directly answer the questions. They teach students to determine the probability that their answer is correct, and how to write and orally present their research.

At Colorado Mesa University, the dedicated Career Services Office is committed to assisting you in achieving your career aspirations. The comprehensive range of services encompasses every stage of your career journey. You can find the conveniently located Career Services Office in the heart of the University Centre, right next to the MAVcard Office, where they are readily available to support and guide you towards your professional goals.