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 2023 - 2024 Academic Year
In-district Tuition
$100/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$125/credit-hour
BA Education
$140/credit-hour
BS Nursing
In-state Tuition
$200credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$225/credit-hour
BA Education
$240/credit-hour
BS Nursing
Out-of-state Tuition
$510/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$535/credit-hour
BA Education
$550/credit-hour
BS Nursing
In-district Tuition
$95/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$120/credit-hour
BA Education
$135/credit-hour
BS Nursing
In-state Tuition
$195/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$220/credit-hour
BA Education
$235/credit-hour
BS Nursing
Service Area Tuition
$185/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$210/credit-hour
BA Education
$225/credit-hour
BS Nursing
Western States/WUE
$293/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$318/credit-hour
BA Education
Out-of-state Tuition
$480/credit-hour
Associate & Bachelor's
$505/credit-hour
BA Education
$520/credit-hour
BS Nursing
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 | $3,000 |
| Housing on campus* | $6,400 | |
| Food on campus | $5,720 | |
| Technology Usage Fee | $100 | |
| Res Hall Technology Usage Fee | $200 | |
| Sub-total, Direct Cost | $15,420 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Sub-total, Indirect Cost | $2,554 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $17,974 |
| *Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to $460 per year depending on the location. | ||
In-District, Off Campus
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | In-District Tuition | $3,000 |
| Technology Usage Fee | $100 | |
| Sub-total, Direct Cost | $3,100 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing and Food off campus | $14,679 |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Sub-total, Total Indirect Cost | $17,233 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $20,333 |
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 | $6,000 |
| Housing on campus | $6,400 | |
| Food on campus | $5,720 | |
| Technology Fee | $100 | |
| Res Hall Technology Usage Fee | $200 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $18,420 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $2,554 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $20,974 |
| *Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to $460 per year depending on the location. | ||
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 | $6,000 |
| Technology Fee | $100 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $6,100 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing and Food off campus | $14,679 |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $17,233 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $23,333 |
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 | In-State Tuition | $9,000 |
| Housing on campus | $6,400 | |
| Food on campus | $5,720 | |
| Technology Fee | $100 | |
| Res Hall Technology Usage Fee | $200 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $21,420 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $2,554 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $23,974 |
| *Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to $460 per year depending on the location. | ||
WUE States, Off Campus
| Costs | Category | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct/CMC Billed Costs | In-State Tuition | $9,000 |
| Technology Fee | $100 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $9,100 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing and Food off campus | $14,679 |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $17,233 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $26,333 |
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 | $15,300 |
| Housing on campus | $6,400 | |
| Food on campus | $5,720 | |
| Technology Fee | $100 | |
| Res Hall Technology Usage Fee | $200 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $27,720 | |
| Indirect Costs | Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $2,554 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $30,274 |
| *Residential campuses charge student activity and recreation/health fees between $180 to $460 per year depending on the location. | ||
Out-of-State, Off 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 | $15,300 |
| Technology Fee | $100 | |
| Total Direct Cost | $15,400 | |
| Indirect Costs | Housing and Food off campus | $14,679 |
| Estimated books, course materials, supplies and equipment | $840 | |
| Transportation | $1,666 | |
| Loan Fee Estimate (borrowers only) | $48 | |
| Total Indirect Cost | $17,233 | |
| Direct + Indirect Costs | Total | $32,633 |
Technology Fees at CMC
Students pay a technology fee every semester based upon their credit load with a maximum of $50/semester. Students living in CMC residence halls pay an additional $100 per semester.
| Credit Hours | Flat Fee per Semester |
|---|---|
| 3.0 - 5.9 | $10.00 |
| 6 - 1 1.9 | $25.00 |
| 12+ | $50.00 |
Additional Residence Hall Fee: $100
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 | Spring Valley* | Leadville | Steamboat Springs** |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-5.9 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 6-8.9 | $85 | $0 | $90 |
| 9-11.9 | $130 | $55 | $140 |
| 12+ | $130 | $90 | $140 |
*All students taking 6+ credit hours at Spring Valley are required to pay a $100 per semester Recreation Center fee. This will allow 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 Special Rates
Students are permitted only one tuition discount while enrolled at the institution.
Colorado’s ASSET bill allows U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, and students without lawful immigration status to qualify for in-state tuition rates if they meet certain conditions.
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All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
Legacy CMC Service Area Rates
From 2014-2015 through 2022-2023, the Service Area Classification provided reduced tuition rates for those living outside the CMC district but within the region served by CMC. This area included Chaffee, Grand and Jackson counties.
Our service area did not include the southern part of Routt County which is part of the Colorado Northwestern Community College’s service area.
2022-2023 Service Area Tuition Rates Per Credit Hour
| Associate & Bachelor's | BA Education | BS Nursing |
|---|---|---|
| $185 | $210 | $225 |
CMC Service Area Discount Ending
In January 2023, the Board of Trustees voted to end the Service Area Rate due to recent changes in state policy. Going forward, students residing in Buena Vista, Jackson County, and Grand County will now be charged the In-State tuition rate.
For those students who received the Service Area Tuition Rate in prior years, CMC will provide a discount of $10 per credit hour during 2023-2024 to help phase-in this plan. No new students will receive Service Area Rates in 2023-2024.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
Continuing Opportunity Tuition Rate
Students who have continuously resided in the CMC service area for at least 24 months and have successfully completed the English as a Second Language (ESL) curriculum or a General Education Diploma (GED) at CMC, as attested by CMC staff, will be charged the current in-state tuition rate for the courses in which they enroll as a part of their bachelor’s, associate or certificate degree program.
Qualifying students must be 23 years of age or older and must not be a resident or have domicile in a region outside of the CMC service area. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In-state tuition for Team USA Olympic and Paralympic Athletes
More than 60 Olympic and Paralympic athletes have attended Colorado Mountain College. To honor them and support future dreams, the college offers in-state tuition for those training on Team USA.
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:
For more information contact the Coordinator of Military Services at military@coloradomtn.edu.
All discounts are approved by the board of trustees on an annual basis and subject to change or be discontinued at any time.
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.