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ACHA DI and DII · 2025–26 Season

University of Colorado Boulder Hockey

Boulder, CO ·Public ·31,939 undergrads
Program Overview

University of Colorado Boulder runs 2 separate ACHA hockey programs in Boulder, CO — ACHA Division I and ACHA Division II. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 66 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

Transfer activity is a defining feature of this roster: 5 players previously played at other college programs before landing here — making University of Colorado Boulder one of the more transfer-friendly environments across these programs.

Who plays here?

A mix of players arriving directly from high school and junior programs. The 18-region geographic spread reflects a program building beyond its immediate market.

Transfer-friendly environment

5 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 Colorado Boulder at a Glance

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

78.1%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
1,357
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$37,684
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
74%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$69,738
Median Earnings (10yr)
$54,939 at 6 years
$19,500
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$44,918
Tuition (Out-of-State)
14% of students receive Pell grants
31,939
Undergraduate Enrollment
Public institution
Roster Geography

Where Do University of Colorado Boulder Hockey Players Come From?

66 players · 18 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

CO36 players
VA3 players
MN3 players
NJ3 players
CA3 players
TX2 players
NY2 players
IL2 players
MD2 players
ON1 player
AZ1 player
MO1 player
CAN1 player
LTU1 player

The top feeder states are Colorado (36), Virginia (3), Minnesota (3). The 18-region spread reflects a nationally recruiting program.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before University of Colorado Boulder?

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

ACHA Division I · 31 players
High school
5
16%
Youth hockey
8
26%
Junior hockey
12
39%
College transfer
4
13%
Prep school
1
3%
No prior data
1
3%
ACHA Division II · 35 players
High school
11
31%
Youth hockey
11
31%
Junior hockey
11
31%
College transfer
1
3%
No prior data
1
3%
Junior hockey

23 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

5 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

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Boulder, CO · 2 minutes from campus

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This school fields 2 ACHA teams. Follow each on Instagram: @cubuffshockey, @cubuffsd2hockey.

For Recruits

Is University of Colorado Boulder Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, University of Colorado Boulder is accessible — with a 78.1% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division I and ACHA Division II) and 66 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.