Overview

The Geosciences - Geology degree from Colorado Mesa University is designed for students who

desire a strong liberal arts education with emphasis on the earth sciences,

wish to pursue a graduate degree in geology,

desire a professional or technical geoscience career.

Recent graduates are attending graduate programmes at major universities or have entered the work force as geological technicians or professional geologists. Instruction takes place in a state-of-the-art science complex, which houses several instructional laboratories, a projects room, computer-applications laboratory, class preparation room, John Scholes XRD laboratory, rock-storage facilities, and a sample preparation room.

Most classes have a strong field component so that students can enjoy the diverse geological setting of the Grand Junction area. Equipment available includes research petrographic microscopes, binocular microscopes, x-ray diffractometer, x-ray fluorescence, GPS units, local seismic network, and a magnetometer. Computer facilities include modern PC systems with software basics for communications, database management, word-processing, geographical information systems (GIS), and geostatistics.

Mission

The Colorado Mesa University Career Services provides resources and guidance for students and alumni in their journey toward reaching their career goals. We take an active role in providing career exploration, workshops, events, and on-campus employer visits to encourage students to investigate and gain information while creating their career path. We also help employers make campus connections to build relationships toward meeting their recruitment needs and hiring goals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Subsurface Methods

Basin Analysis

Basic Hydrology

Survey of Energy-Related Natural Resources

Survey of Mineral-Related Natural Resources

Renewable Energy

Environmental Geology

Natural Resources of the West

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grand Junction, United States

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geology View 476 other Bachelors in Geology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Completed Application for Admission

Official high school transcripts or GED scores

SAT I or ACT test scores

$40 application fee – Application Fee waiver available

Letter(s) of recommendation (optional)

Personal Essay (optional)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21294 USD / year

≈ 21294 USD / year
Out-of-State

22274 USD / year

≈ 22274 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7812 USD / year

≈ 7812 USD / year

Additional Details

WUE / Mountains & Plains Residents $11,955.60 per year

Living costs

Grand Junction

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Students may qualify for scholarships of up to $9,000 per year, depending on their profile.

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