Schools ACHA DI and DII Colorado State University
ACHA DI and DII · 2025–26 Season

Colorado State University Hockey

Fort Collins, CO ·Public ·25,538 undergrads
Program Overview

Colorado State University-Fort Collins runs 2 separate ACHA hockey programs in Fort Collins, CO — ACHA Division I and ACHA Division II. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 64 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

Transfer activity is a defining feature of this roster: 7 players previously played at other college programs before landing here — making Colorado State University-Fort Collins one of the more transfer-friendly environments across these programs.

International players

3 players from outside the United States (Canada). Unusual for a club program at this level.

Transfer-friendly environment

7 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Colorado State University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

88.5%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
$31,642
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
67%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$60,543
Median Earnings (10yr)
$49,748 at 6 years
$20,000
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$34,783
Tuition (Out-of-State)
21% of students receive Pell grants
25,538
Undergraduate Enrollment
Public institution
Roster Geography

Where Do Colorado State University Hockey Players Come From?

64 players · 11 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

CO41 players
CA6 players
AB3 players
MN3 players
TX1 player
SD1 player
TN1 player
IL1 player
IA1 player
OR1 player
CAN3 players

Colorado leads the pipeline with 41 players (64%), but the international component is notable: 3 players from Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Colorado State University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

ACHA Division I · 30 players
High school
4
13%
Youth hockey
8
27%
Junior hockey
13
43%
College transfer
4
13%
No prior data
1
3%
ACHA Division II · 34 players
High school
10
29%
Youth hockey
13
38%
Junior hockey
8
24%
College transfer
3
9%
Junior hockey

21 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

7 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Home Ice

Edora Pool Ice Center

Fort Collins, CO · 9 minutes from campus

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This school fields 2 ACHA teams. Follow each on Instagram: @csuramshockey, @csud2hockey.

For Recruits

Is Colorado State University Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Colorado State University-Fort Collins is accessible — with a 88.5% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division I and ACHA Division II) and 64 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.