Cost of Attendance

Estimated Costs (2026-27)

Cost of Attendance

The Cost of Attendance consists of the sum of educational costs payable to the school (also referred to as direct or billable costs) and costs paid to others (or indirect, non-billable or discretionary) costs. The Cost of Attendance represents the highest dollar amount of financial aid a student can receive during an award year.

As you review your cost of attendance at Colorado Mesa University, be sure to keep in mind that the expenses presented are estimates for the average cost of attendance for a full-time student during the nine-month academic year.

Your exact cost of attendance will vary based on your living arrangements, student status, enrolled credits, and other factors. Online courses are assessed at a different rate. Students should review the detailed tuition and fee schedules (above) and housing rates.

Select the category that best describes your student status.

Graduate Students Estimated Costs

These costs are based on 2026-2027 estimated rates for full-time (6 credit hours per semester).

Estimated Cost of Attendance