Trade and career programs at Colorado Mesa University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 192 | $36,979 | $73,377 | $11,941 |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 141 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 114 | $51,512 | n/a | $10,812 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 108 | $40,438 | $56,747 | $8,931 |
| Electrician | Certificate | 43 | $62,610 | $70,482 | $5,500 |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 41 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 25 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 24 | $45,968 | $56,832 | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 20 | n/a | $42,801 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 14 | n/a | $67,041 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 13 | n/a | $43,078 | n/a |
| Electrician | Associate degree | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Colorado Mesa University cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $10,257 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,154 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,808 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $12,158 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $11,782 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $12,994 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $16,154 |
| Over $110,000 | $19,664 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $51,221 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
- 34% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Colorado Mesa University cost?
Tuition and fees are $10,257 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $14,808 in 2024-25.
How much do Colorado Mesa University graduates earn?
Electrician certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $62,610 one year after finishing.
Is Colorado Mesa University accredited?
Colorado Mesa University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Intellitec College-Grand Junction, Grand Junction: $23,730 a year
- Front Range Community College, Westminster: $4,668 a year
- Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder, Boulder: $22,597 a year
- Emily Griffith Technical College, Denver: $12,175 a year
- Arapahoe Community College, Littleton: $4,626 a year
- Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood: $5,016 a year
More: all trade schools in Colorado · Colorado Mesa University on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.