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Colorado Mesa University

About

Founded in 1925, Colorado Mesa University is a comprehensive, public liberal arts university situated in Grand Junction in the Western Slope of Colorado.

With over 11,000 students, the Colorado Mesa University is the regional hub for professional, technical, and liberal arts training at the bachelor’s, associates, and graduate level. With a roster of noted scholars who serve as faculty, Colorado Mesa University creates an environment designed to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas and to prepare its students for success in today’s interconnected world. By focusing on regional and national employment needs and trends, students at Colorado Mesa University gain the skills necessary to find meaningful work upon graduation and beyond.

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  • Grand Junction

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The staff that run the Teacher Education program at Colorado Mesa are consummate professionals and consistently show their dedication to supporting young and new teachers in their endeavors.

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Programs

Master’s & licensure

Graduate Certificate/Master of Arts in Education - Exceptional Learner/Special Education

  • From 24 to 36 months

    Program Duration

  • Hybrid

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

This program is for those who already have a valid Colorado teaching license and are looking to add a Special Education Generalist endorsement. This endorsement can be rolled into a master's degree in special education.

This 24-month program starts any semester (Summer, Fall, or Spring).  Students spend the summer in hybrid online and face-to-face courses. Students spend fall and spring semesters with their cohort gaining field experience in regional schools. During this period, students continue to engage in coursework and seminars both online and face-to-face. This process results in licensure and a graduate teaching certificate but students may choose to pursue additional graduate courses to fully complete their Master of Arts in Education.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • May 01, 2025

    Summer

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $6,924

    In State Tuition

  • $10,632

    Out of State Tuition

  • $50

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Colorado Mesa University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Colorado Mesa University to see if you can, too!

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Support for Future Colorado Teachers

There are a number of ways you can pay for your teacher training in Colorado. Check out this page for a list of fellowships, scholarships, grants and more for future teachers.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Special Education K-12

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