Schools ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I University of Denver
ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I · 2025–26 Season

University of Denver Hockey

Denver, CO ·Private Nonprofit ·6,025 undergrads
Program Overview

University of Denver fields 2 hockey programs in Denver, CO — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 57 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 13 players from outside the United States, representing Canada, Finland. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

Junior hockey–heavy roster

Over 49% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.

Transfer-friendly environment

4 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

University of Denver at a Glance

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

77.8%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
1,355
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$78,476
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
76%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$71,155
Median Earnings (10yr)
$57,118 at 6 years
$21,844
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$61,398
Tuition (Out-of-State)
14% of students receive Pell grants
6,025
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private Nonprofit institution
Earnings Rankings

University of Denver Rankings by Major

49 majors ranked in the top 25 by median earnings (4-year, by major). Explore full rankings →

#3
Hospitality Administration/Management
Men's NCAA D1
#3
Hospitality Administration/Management
Women's ACHA
#4
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Women's ACHA
#5
Design and Applied Arts
Men's NCAA D1
#5
Design and Applied Arts
Women's ACHA
#5
Business/Commerce, General
Men's NCAA D1
#5
Business/Commerce, General
Women's ACHA
#5
Hospitality Administration/Management
Men's ACHA
#5
International Business
Men's NCAA D1
#7
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#7
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Women's ACHA
#7
Music
Men's NCAA D1
#7
International Business
Women's ACHA
#7
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Men's NCAA D1
#8
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Men's NCAA D1
#8
Criminology
Men's NCAA D1
#8
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Women's ACHA
#9
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Men's NCAA D1
#9
Finance and Financial Management Services
Men's NCAA D1
#11
Criminology
Women's ACHA
#11
International Relations and National Security Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#11
Accounting and Related Services
Men's NCAA D1
#11
Real Estate
Men's ACHA
#12
Communication and Media Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#12
Computer Science
Men's NCAA D1
#12
Computer Science
Women's ACHA
#12
Non-Professional Legal Studies
Men's ACHA
#12
International Relations and National Security Studies
Women's ACHA
#13
Music
Women's ACHA
#14
Design and Applied Arts
Men's ACHA
#14
Finance and Financial Management Services
Women's ACHA
#15
Communication and Media Studies
Women's ACHA
#15
Accounting and Related Services
Women's ACHA
#16
Mechanical Engineering
Men's NCAA D1
#16
Mechanical Engineering
Women's ACHA
#16
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Women's ACHA
#18
Marketing
Men's NCAA D1
#19
Economics
Women's ACHA
#21
Political Science and Government
Women's ACHA
#21
Business/Commerce, General
Men's ACHA
#22
Psychology, General
Men's NCAA D1
#22
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Men's ACHA
#23
Psychology, General
Women's ACHA
#23
Criminology
Men's ACHA
#23
Marketing
Women's ACHA
#24
Economics
Men's NCAA D1
#24
Political Science and Government
Men's NCAA D1
Roster Geography

Where Do University of Denver Hockey Players Come From?

57 players · 25 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

MN10 players
CA7 players
CO6 players
AB5 players
IL3 players
MD3 players
BC3 players
NH2 players
CT2 players
SK2 players
NY1 player
DC1 player
CAN12 players
FIN1 player

Minnesota leads the pipeline with 10 players (18%), but the international component is notable: 13 players from Canada, Finland give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before University of Denver?

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

ACHA Division II · 31 players
High school
8
26%
Youth hockey
15
48%
Junior hockey
4
13%
College transfer
2
6%
Prep school
1
3%
No prior data
1
3%
NCAA Division I · 26 players
Junior hockey
24
92%
College transfer
2
8%
Junior hockey

28 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

4 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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Prior leagues, feeder teams, and pipeline trends — filter and compare.
Home Ice

Magness Arena

Denver, CO · 5 minutes from campus

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For Recruits

Is University of Denver Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, University of Denver is accessible — with a 77.8% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I) and 57 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.