Student Pass Program
Program description
- This program is a partnership between Mesa County RTPO, GVT, and the Mesa County Workforce Center.
- The program is available to D51 students in Middle School and High School.
- GVT Free Ride Stickers are valid from August 1, 2025 - August 31, 2026.
- The Student Bus Pass Program is only valid for GVT Fixed Route.
- Parents are required to complete the form to determine the funding source. Students will receive a free pass regardless of whether or not the family qualifies for TANF funding.
How to acquire a Student Pass
1
Parents: Fill out student pass form in English or Spanish - all students will receive passes regardless of responses.
2
Students/Parents: Visit one of the pass pick-up locations to pick up a sticker for your student ID.
3
Students: Ride GVT free by showing drivers your student ID with the GVT sticker.
When and where to pick up passes
Passes will be available for pickup starting August 26, 2025
Pick up locations
- D51 Middle and High Schools
- D51 Administration Bldg- 2115 Grand Ave
- Local Mesa County Libraries
- GVT Downtown Transfer Facility- 525 S 6th Street, Grand Junction
- GVT West Transfer Facility- 612 24 ½ Road, Grand Junction, CO