Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Tuition and Costs
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Thanks to the financial support of our mountain communities, Colorado Mountain College offers a quality education at a price you can afford. Our tuition is one of the lowest in Colorado, and is lower than in-state tuition in many other states.
Compare: Our tuition is one of the lowest of RN to BSN Colorado Programs
Low costs keep CMC graduates from being crushed by debt as they start their careers. Give yourself a financial break without compromising your education. That's smart.
Here’s how our in-district and in-state tuition compares to other RN to BSN Colorado programs:
Tuition Per credit Hour for RN to BSN degrees
Tuition & Costs for 2025 - 2026 Academic Year
In-district Tuition
$107/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$184/credit-hour
• BS Nursing
• AAS Dental Hygiene
In-state Tuition
$214/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$291/credit-hour
• BS Nursing
• AAS Dental Hygiene
Out-of-state Tuition
$545/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$622/credit-hour
• BS Nursing
• AAS Dental Hygiene
In-District, On Campus
In-district student average costs of attendance at CMC, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | In-District Tuition | $3,210 |
| Housing on campus* | $6,750 | |
| Food on campus | $6,400 | |
| Technology Usage Fee** | $150 | |
| Sub-total, Direct Cost | $16,510 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Sub-total, Indirect Cost | $2,400 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $18,910 |
| *Includes $100 Technology fee. **Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to $460 per year depending on the location. |
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In-District, Off Campus
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | In-District Tuition | $3,210 |
| Technology Usage Fee | $150 | |
| Sub-total, Direct Cost | $3,360 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing off campus | $13,167 |
| Food off campus | $4,491 | |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Sub-total, Total Indirect Cost | $20,058 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $23,418 |
In-State, On Campus
In-state student average costs of attendance at CMC, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | In-State Tuition | $6,420 |
| Housing on campus* | $6,750 | |
| Food on campus | $6,400 | |
| Technology Fee** | $150 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $19,720 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $2,400 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $22,120 |
| *Includes $100 Technology fee. **Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to$460 per year depending on the location. |
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In-State, Off Campus
In-state student average costs of attendance at CMC, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | In-State Tuition | $6,420 |
| Technology Fee | $150 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $6,570 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing off campus | $13,167 |
| Food off campus | $4,491 | |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $20,058 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $26,628 |
Average costs of attendance at CMC for Out-of-State students and students from WUE States, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
This discount is not available for online programs or a semester of all online courses.
WUE States, On Campus
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | WUE States Tuition | $9,630 |
| Housing on campus* | $6,750 | |
| Food on campus | $6,400 | |
| Technology Fee** | $150 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $22,930 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $2,400 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $25,330 |
| *Includes $100 Technology fee. **Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to$460 per year depending on the location. |
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In-State, Off Campus
In-state student average costs of attendance at CMC, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | WUE States Tuition | $9,630 |
| Technology Fee | $150 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $9,780 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing off campus | $13,167 |
| Food off campus | $4,491 | |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $20,058 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $29,838 |
Out-of-State, On Campus
Average costs of attendance at CMC for Out-of-State students, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | Out-of-State Tuition | $16,350 |
| Housing on campus* | $6,750 | |
| Food on campus | $6,400 | |
| Technology Fee** | $150 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $29,650 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $2,400 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $32,050 |
| *Includes $100 Technology fee. **Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to$460 per year depending on the location. |
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Out-of-State, Off Campus
In-state student average costs of attendance at CMC, 15 credit hours for two semesters.
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | Out-of-State Tuition | $16,350 |
| Technology Fee | $150 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $16,500 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing off campus | $13,167 |
| Food off campus | $4,491 | |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,512 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $20,058 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $36,558 |
Technology Fees at CMC
To address the constantly changing technology environment and associated costs, CMC charges a Technology Fee based on enrollment. The approved Technology Fees for 2024-25 are charged at:
- $5 per credit hour
- Maximum charge on 15 credits or $75 per semester
Students living in CMC residence halls pay an additional $100 per semester, which is included in their room charge.
Student Activity Fees at CMC
All Colorado Mountain College students living in the Steamboat Springs, Spring Valley, or Leadville Residence Halls are required to pay a Student Activity Fee each semester.
Students not living in the residence halls but taking courses provided by CMC Steamboat Springs, Spring Valley, or Leadville also pay a Student Activity Fee based upon their credit load. See the chart below for specifics.
Students who pay the fee may attend social, athletic, and cultural events on campus free of charge or with a minimal fee. In addition to these events, the fee also funds student organizations and clubs. All events are planned and supervised by Student Government and the campus Student Activities Coordinator.
| Credit Hours | Steamboat Springs** | Leadville | Spring Valley* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-5.9 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 6-8.9 | $115 | $60 | $85 |
| 9-11.9 | $165 | $120 | $130 |
| 12+ | $165 | $120 | $130 |
*All students taking 6+ credit hours at Spring Valley are required to pay a $100 per semester Recreation Center fee. This allows the students to use the center and climbing wall during the semester they have paid their fees during operational hours. This does not include Health and Wellness course fees.
**All students taking 6+ credit hours at Steamboat Springs are required to pay a $25 per semester fee dedicated to approved health, wellness and recreational programs. This does not include Health and Wellness course fees.
Colorado Mountain College Tuition Discounts
Students are permitted only one tuition discount while enrolled at the institution.
CMC Continuing Opportunity Tuition Discount
Continuing Opportunity Tuition Rate
Qualifying students who have continuously resided in the CMC service area for at least 12 consecutive months and have successfully completed ESL 9018 and ESL 9020 OR who successfully take the EAP placement assessment, as attested by CMC staff, will be charged the current in-district tuition rate for the courses in which they enroll as a part of their bachelor’s, associate, or certificate degree programs. Qualifying students must be 23 years of age or older and must not be a resident of another state or country or have domicile in a region outside of the CMC service area.
See the CMC Tuition and Costs page for more information about Colorado Mountain College Special Rates.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
CMC District Employer Sponsored Tuition Discount
Your employer may help you qualify for in-district rates
The District Employer Sponsored Rate enables Colorado Mountain College to provide educational services for local tax-paying businesses who are paying for their employees’ credit courses without penalizing them for employees who do not meet state residency requirements.
Under this classification, the employer paying the tuition of the student must be an employer in our district and set up as a third-party organization for billing purposes, and then can pay the in-district rate for employees who are in-state or out-of-state residents involved in job-related training activities.
See more information about the Employer Tuition Discount
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
CMC Ute Nation Tuition Discount
Students who provide proof of membership with the Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah & Ouray Reservation are eligible for the in-district rate. This tuition reduction cannot be used for online courses exclusively.
Contact an Admissions Representative to learn more.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
CMC Out of State Second Homeowner Tuition Discount
Discounted rates for non-residents with homes in CMC districts
Students who are classified as non-residents (out-of-state) but who own a residence in the Colorado Mountain College district are allowed to register for up to 3 credits per semester at a rate equivalent to in-state rate. This can include one three-credit course or a combination of one-credit or two-credit courses adding up to three credits total. Or, students may enroll in one 4 or 5 credit course at this rate. (Students cannot take a series of courses that add up to either 4 or 5 credits with this rate.)
This Second Homeowner discount is only for Homeowners not dependents of homeowners.
If an out-of-state resident student takes more than the allowed number of credits within one semester, all credits (including the original credits) will be charged at the regular out-of-state rate. The tuition reduction cannot be used for online courses exclusively.
Contact an Admissions Representative to learn more.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
CMC Senior Grant Tuition Discount
Senior Grant Tuition Rate
Colorado Mountain College provides grants for 50 percent of the tuition charge for in-district residents who are 62 years old or older.
Contact an Admissions Representative to learn more.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
CMC Veterans and Active-Duty Military Tuition Discount
To honor your service, the Colorado Mountain College Board of Trustees is pleased to offer qualifying veterans and military families a 25% tuition discount off your tuition classification rate. This discount is for veterans, active-duty military, their spouses and dependents under 23-years-of-age. This tuition reduction cannot be used for online courses exclusively. To learn more about the discount, please visit:
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
For more information contact:
June Silva
Coordinator Military Services
970-384-8523 | military@coloradomtn.edu
Book an appointment with June
WUE - Western Undergraduate Exchange Tuition Discount
WUE / Western Undergraduate Exchange Tuition Rate
New students from WUE western states can save big on tuition through the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) at Colorado Mountain College.
See Complete WUE information and guidelines.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.