GETTING STARTED AT COLORADO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE

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Get Started at Colorado Mountain College

The Colorado Mountain College Admissions staff is ready to help

Getting started in college can be overwhelming. We are here to help you navigate the process of applying and enrolling.

Whether you are scheduling a visit to a campus, applying for admission, or seeking answers to questions these web pages will help you get started.

If you are interested in pursuing a degree or certificate, or in just taking a few credit courses, submitting the admission application is the first step.

Apply now! It's free.

Most finish the application in 20 minutes.

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How Do I Get Started?

What are the next steps to becoming a CMC student?

Admissions Checklist

Admissions FAQ

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DATES & DEADLINES

Make sure you sign up for New Student Orientation
Complete your FAFSA!
Fall 2024 Drop/Add period: Aug 19 – Aug 26
Labor Day – CMC Closed Sept 2
Thanksgiving Break - CMC Closed Nov 27 – Nov 29
Fall 2024 semester ends Dec 6
See the Academic Calendar

Tuition and Costs

How to determine whether you are a resident in the CMC district, in state, or out of state.

Tuition & Costs
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Paying for college

CMC Residency Requirements

How to determine whether you are a resident in the CMC district, in state, or out of state.

Parents & Families

We want to be partners in your student’s success. Here are some resources to help connect you and your student with the Colorado Mountain College community.

Residence Halls & Housing Application

Live on campus! CMC has Residence Halls on the Leadville, Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs, and Steamboat Springs campuses.