About Colorado Mountain College... Uniquely Smart

Colorado Mountain College is a rare find. Our students’ great successes are fueled by plenty of personal attention. Learning thrives here in the dynamic atmosphere of Colorado’s most scenic mountain communities. (Bonus: tuition is surprisingly affordable!)

photo: two CMC students hike near Leadville

About Colorado Mountain College... Uniquely Smart

Colorado Mountain College is a rare find. Our students’ great successes are fueled by plenty personal attention. Learning thrives here in the dynamic atmosphere of Colorado’s most scenic mountain communities. (Bonus: tuition is surprisingly affordable!)

Low-debt Degrees are Smarter

Colorado Mountain College’s continuous commitment to an affordable and high-quality education helps you graduate with less student loan debt.

Despite our low costs, our student to teacher ratio is 13:1 – the small class atmosphere that you would expect from a small, private college.

info-graphic: $8,000 less in student loans compared the average 4-year student in Colorado

CMC Honored to be a Hispanic Serving Institution

The federal government designated Colorado Mountain College as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in 2021 after years of deliberate efforts to grow CMC’s student body to be 25% or more Latino. The HSI designation means the college is now eligible for additional grant funding that benefits all students. Learn more about the Hispanic Serving Institution designation

Colorado’s First Dual Mission College

CMC was officially designated as Colorado’s first dual mission institution in 2021. Dual mission colleges and universities offer a blend of certificate programs and associate degrees as well as bachelor’s degrees under one roof. They recognize that today's learners need and want a mix of liberal arts and hands-on career skills training. CMC hosted the National Dual Mission Summit in November 2022.

Fueling Student Success

Colorado Mountain College measures its success through your success. Our focus is on helping you meet your individual educational goals. That’s why students who attend Colorado Mountain College are more successful than their peers: They’re more likely to graduate or go on to attend four-year programs.

Supportive Communities that Provide Unique Opportunities

The College district covers 7,500 square miles, eight counties (and nine school districts), 15 wilderness areas, 24 14,000-ft peaks, and 18 ski resorts. Visit our campus webpages and get a feel for our locations and how they serve our students and communities.

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There are programs for nearly every interest. CMC offers over 125 different programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and certificates.