Veterans Day, Nov. 11, reminds us to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Colorado Mountain College supports both veterans and active-duty military by offering to them and their dependents its affordable in-district tuition rates, regardless of residency. The discounted rate applies to CMC’s online courses, as well as at the college’s 11 campuses and learning locations throughout its service area.
In 2012, college trustees approved this special tuition rate to honor U.S. veterans and active-duty military, and their families. The rate is equal to the college’s in-district tuition, which is currently $57 to $139 per credit depending on the course level and program. Veterans and military benefits such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill may be used to pay for the reduced tuition. The rate applies to veterans and active-duty military, plus their spouses and dependents under the age of 23.
At 6 p.m. on Veterans Day, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Dick Merritt will give a presentation at the New Space Theatre at Colorado Mountain College in Glenwood Springs-Spring Valley. Following a theme of “How can we help,” he will discuss his personal history transitioning from Vietnam to civilian life and what today’s veterans face when they return home from conflict. There will be a reception preceding the talk. The event is free and open to the public. The New Space Theatre at CMC in Glenwood Springs-Spring Valley is at 3000 County Road 114. The New Space Theatre at CMC in Glenwood Springs-Spring Valley is at 3000 County Road 114.
To further support members of the military, Spring Valley has a veteran liaison, Christina Pagano, as does the college’s Leadville campus. A veteran and work-study student, Pagano provides support for student veterans, connecting them to resources at the college as well as in the community.
For more information about Colorado Mountain College’s special military tuition rates, go to coloradomtn.edu/admissions/veterans_military or call 800-621-8559.