
Colorado Mesa University experienced a remarkable overall acceptance rate of 98.2% for the application year 2024, with 10,380 applicants and 10,202 accepted. This rate marks a significant increase from 81.4% in 2023, reflecting an upward trend in acceptance as the applicant pool continues to grow. Historically, acceptance rates have varied, from 63.7% in 2022 to 79.6% in 2021, illustrating fluctuations in competitiveness over the years. The college has maintained a consistently high rate, with acceptance rates remaining above 75% since 2020.