Information for Parents
Dear Parents:
We know you're busy, with plenty on your mind. So, here's a quick recap about Metro State:
We deliver a high-quality education from passionate faculty members who come here to teach, not to focus on their own pet projects. Your son or daughter gets one-on-one interaction with a faculty member, not a graduate student.
We provide a more relevant and individualized academic experience. We help students find their niche and follow a well-defined path to future success.
Our students thrive on our urban campus, where diversity isn't just a buzzword. It's a reality.
We deliver the best value in higher education in Colorado. And, that means more than just being affordable. After all, 90 percent of our graduates live and work in Colorado. Your investment in your student is our investment in the community.
Links and Phone Numbers
Here are all the important links and phone numbers. But, if you still have questions, contact the Office of Admissions at 303-556-3058.
Getting Started
Admissions, Orientation, Assessment Testing, Academic Advising , Student Handbook
Paying for College
Tuition and fees, financial aid and scholarships, residency information, College Opportunity Fund (COF)
Visiting Campus
Campus tours, Metro State Open House, meeting with an Admissions or Transfer Counselor
Services for Students
Tutoring, computer labs on campus, Career Services, Health Center, Counseling Center, ACCESS CENTER
Campus Events
Events calendar, Athletics, student organizations, clubs and activities
Housing Options
Housing resources
Rules and Regs
Registrar's office, Student Handbook, Judicial Affairs
FERPA
What you can and can't find out about your student.
http://www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html
Campus Safety
Auraria Campus Police, Nightrider
Academic Advising Center: 303-556-3680
Access Center: 303-556-8387
Admissions: 303-556-3058
Assessment Center: 303-556-3677
Bookstore: 303-556-4286
Cashier's Office: 303-556-4013
Financial Aid: 303-556-8593
Health Center: 303-556-2525
Orientation: 303-556-6931
Parking Services: 303-556-2000
Registrar: 303-556-3991
Scholarship Center: 303-556-6384
Student ID Office: 303-556-8385
Transfer Services: 303-556-3774
Open Houses
www.mscd.edu/openhouse
Campus Tours
www.mscd.edu/admissions/daytour.shtml
Application Deadlines
www.mscd.edu/admissions/
Academic Calendar
www.mscd.edu/academic/acal.htm
Financial Aid
www.mscd.edu/financialaid
Ready to apply?
You can apply online at
http://www.mscd.edu/enroll/admissions/application/