The Mesa State College campus is located within the city limits of Grand Junction (visit Living In Grand Junction), the largest city in western Colorado with an area population of approximately 120,000. The campus is bordered by an attractive and modern residential neighborhood. Stores and other conveniences are located within walking distance of the campus. Mall shopping and the Main Street shopping district are both nearby.

Grand Junction has been noted for having more opportunities for outdoor recreation within a 100-mile radius of its boundaries than any other city in the Western U.S. Powderhorn ski resort (1,600 feet vertical, 220 inches annual snowfall) is located 35 miles from campus and offers season passes at a discount to students in addition to instructional ski courses offered in conjunction with the Human Performance and Wellness department.

The climate is one of the mildest in Colorado, with fewer days below 32 degrees than cities in the front and central ranges of Colorado.The climate here in the Grand Valley is outstanding for those who love sunshine, cool nights and year round outdoor activities. Temperatures average in the 70s and you can play golf all year long.

Nowhere in the entire world can you enjoy all of the outdoor activities that make Colorado famous The opportunities are boundless: Mountain biking, rafting, kayaking, climbing and off-road adventures await those who dare, and shopping, dining, dinosaur digging and scenic and winery tours are perfect for those who want to relax. Journey through the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa – two amazing natural wonders.

Our location is centered beautifully. In every direction are natural wonders, wilderness trails, alpine lakes, plateaus, mesas, paleontological sites, raging rivers and a wide variety of agriculture. We’re four hours from Denver, 1 1/2 hours from Glenwood Springs and 2 1/2 hours from Telluride.