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💰 Colorado Mesa University Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
8
Automatic
6
In-State Awards
$1,000-$9,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$9,000/yr
Typical Requirements for Automatic Merit
3.0 GPA

Colorado Mesa University awards merit scholarships automatically on GPA and test scores, with no separate application. Awards run $1,000-$9,000/yr for out-of-state students. Eligibility starts at 3.0 GPA. Against tuition of $24,004, students receiving the largest award pay about $15,004 a year before other aid.

What you'd actually pay at Colorado Mesa University

Tuition & fees
$24,004
−
Largest annual award
$9,000
=
Students receiving it pay about
$15,004/yr

Tuition and fees only — housing (about $12,209), books and travel are extra. Awards must still be won and may carry renewal conditions. Need-based aid is separate and may reduce this further.

Official Scholarship Information
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Automatic merit scholarships at Colorado Mesa University — no separate application

6 awards granted on your admission application, based on GPA and test scores.

Academic Achievement
Award
$3,000/yr in-state
$3,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.2+
How to apply: ["no separate application required", "accept scholarship in financial aid award offer (MAVzone)"]
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International Merit Scholarship
Award
$9,000/yr in-state
$9,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.0+
The International Merit Scholarship, worth $9,000 per year, is for high achieving international students with a U.S.-equivalent 3.0 cumulative GPA. Students who qualify are **eligible upon admission** through graduation, as long as academic progress is being made and the student remains in good academic standing.
Eligibility: The International Merit Scholarship, worth $9,000 per year, is for high achieving international students with a U.S.-equivalent 3.0 cumulative GPA.
How to apply: ["U.S.-equivalent 3.0 cumulative GPA", "international student status", "eligible upon admission"]
📋 Students remain eligible as long as academic progress is being made and the student remains in good academic s Source ↗
Phi Theta Kappa
Award
$1,000/yr in-state
$1,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.5+
Eligibility: Transfer Scholarships are available to all qualifying first-time transfer students to Colorado Mesa University. * Incoming first-time transfer students will automatically be considered for the following scholarships. **No separate application is required**.
How to apply: ["Phi Theta Kappa membership", "submit letter of recommendation from PTK advisor or submit PTK Membership Certificate to admissions office", "must not already possess a bachelor's degree", "no separate application required"]
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President's
Award
$5,000/yr in-state
$5,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.5+
How to apply: ["no separate application required", "accept scholarship in financial aid award offer (MAVzone)"]
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Trustee
Award
$7,500/yr in-state
$7,500/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.9+
Students will automatically be awarded the following scholarships based on the highest cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) provided on their high school transcripts. No separate application is required. | **Trustee** | $7,500 | 3.90 GPA |
How to apply: ["no separate application required", "accept scholarship in financial aid award offer (MAVzone)"]
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Two Rivers
Award
$2,000/yr in-state
$2,000/yr out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.0+
Eligibility: Transfer Scholarships are available to all qualifying first-time transfer students to Colorado Mesa University. * Incoming first-time transfer students will automatically be considered for the following scholarships. **No separate application is required**.
How to apply: ["no separate application required", "must have completed 25 - 105 semester credits", "transfer GPA 3.00 and above"]
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Other scholarships at Colorado Mesa University (2)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

CMU Foundation & Donor Scholarships (General Application)
The CMU Foundation administers over $4,000,000 in private scholarships to over 1,500 students each year. These scholarships are awarded based on a variety of criteria and range from a cash stipend to full tuition and fees.
Eligibility: Admitted incoming students and current students can apply for all Colorado Mesa University Foundation Scholarships by completing the scholarship application through their MAVzone. Students are only required to complete the application once each academic year.
How to apply: ["complete the general scholarship application through MAVzone/AcademicWorks", "submit recommended opportunities/required additional information for specific scholarships", "submit thank you letter within 30 days of initial award"]
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Distinguished Scholar
The Distinguished Scholar Award is CMU's most prestigious renewable merit scholarship valued at full tuition for Colorado residents.
Eligibility: * **Colorado resident** Out-of-state students are not eligible. * **First-time student** Transfer and current students are not eligible. * **4.0+ high school GPA** Weighted or unweighted calculation.
How to apply: ["separate Distinguished Scholar application (secondary application)", "upload resume detailing leadership, community involvement, work experience, athletics, arts, unique experiences, personal accomplishments and/or credentials", "Colorado residency", "first-time student (not a transfer or current student)"]
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Deadlines that affect merit consideration at Colorado Mesa University

Early Action
11/15/2025
Regular Decision
01/15/2026

Common questions about Colorado Mesa University scholarships

How much merit aid does Colorado Mesa University give?

Published awards range $1,000-$9,000/yr. Colorado Mesa University lists 8 merit scholarships in total.

What GPA or test scores do you need for a scholarship at Colorado Mesa University?

The lowest published threshold across automatic awards is 3.0 GPA. Individual scholarships set their own cutoffs.

Does Colorado Mesa University give merit scholarships to out-of-state students?

Yes. Awards for out-of-state students run $1,000-$9,000/yr.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at Colorado Mesa University?

Not a full ride. The largest published award covers about 37% of tuition.

Do you have to apply separately for merit scholarships at Colorado Mesa University?

6 of the published awards are granted automatically on your admission application, with no separate scholarship application.

When is the scholarship deadline at Colorado Mesa University?

Merit consideration usually follows the admission deadline, which is 11/15/2025. Confirm scholarship-specific dates with the financial aid office.

💡 Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with Colorado Mesa University's financial aid office before making decisions — or check their scholarship page.

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