Colorado Mountain College
Colorado Mountain College (CMC) is a completely accredited institution that offers both two-year and four-year degrees. This college was found in 1965 and it offers an impressive number of different degrees and certificate opportunities. Students can expect the institution to grant more than 100 bachelor degrees, associate degrees, and certificates, giving prospective students many different avenues to consider. This college serves around 20,000 students annually, making it among the largest colleges in the area. CMC is ranked very high in both the graduation rate and the transfer rate to other universities. In 2012, the US Department of Education ranked CMC third in a list of most affordable bachelor degree programs.
Students will be able to pursue either an AAS degree in nursing or a bachelor of science in nursing degree. Both programs will prepare students for careers as registered nurses. Students can expect to gain experience to work in hospitals, clinics, schools, and anywhere else that RNs are required. The NCLEX-RN licensure exam success rates of students that attend this program are very impressive. With success rates of 94%, far above the national average, this program is very appealing for any prospective nurse that wants to succeed as an RN. Both programs are approved by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleRemote Town |
| Number of Students5,934 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio11:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate55% |
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73 miles away |
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Metropolitan State University of Denver
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University of Colorado Colorado Springs
142 miles away |
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University of Northern Colorado
151 miles away |
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University of Wyoming
153 miles away |
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Adams State University
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1974 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 09/22/2016 - Current |
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 02/01/2011 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $82/credit | |
| In State Students | $180/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $440/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $3,690 | $8,100 | $19,800 |
| ADN | 70 | $5,740 | $12,600 | $30,800 |
| BSN | 125 | $10,250 | $22,500 | $55,000 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 64% of Colorado Mountain College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 28% | $3,845 |
| Other Federal Grant | 3% | $1,352 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 27% | $1,841 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 11% | $1,511 |
| Federal Student Loans | 40% | $4,842 |
| Private Loans | 5% | $12,797 |
$7,229
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$6,057 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$6,578 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$9,794 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$11,785 |
| Over $110,000$12,396 |
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Student Population
5,934
Undergrads
0
Graduates
3,409
Women
2,525
Men
30%
Full-time
70%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
62% |
|
Hispanic |
20% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
14% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Black/African American |
1% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
|
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Colorado state board of nursing.
