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Colorado Christian University

#1525 in US ranking Lakewood, CO
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$57,322
Tuition & fees
$42,758
Avg. aid
$12,382
Receiving aid
100%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
64%
Median salary
$49,554
1 yr after graduation

What does Colorado Christian University offer in terms of athletics?

CCU offers sports participation, but its institutional reporting does not identify it as an NCAA member. Applicants should not assume that a listed sport is an NCAA varsity program or that participation includes an athletic scholarship.

Reported sports and activities include basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, cross-country running, golf, ice hockey, skiing, tennis, and ultimate Frisbee. That broad list does not establish that every activity competes at the same level. A prospective participant should verify whether a particular sport is currently varsity, club, intramural, or recreational, along with its tryout process, travel expectations, and competition schedule.

What student groups and Associations are available at Colorado Christian University?

CCU students can connect through student organizations, performing arts, service, and faith-related activities. Reported campus opportunities include a student-run newspaper, theater group, and choral groups.

Those options serve different interests: a newspaper can provide writing and editing experience, performing groups offer collaborative creative work, and service or ministry activities may connect students around shared commitments. Organization rosters and activity levels can change from year to year, so students looking for a specific academic, cultural, or recreational group should consult the current student-activities directory rather than assume a past listing remains active.

Who studies at Colorado Christian University?

CCU serves a much larger population than its residential first-year class alone might suggest. Reported total enrollment was 9,951 students, reflecting the institution's mix of traditional, adult, and other degree pathways.

The reported entering population included 696 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 773 transfer-in students. Another measure counted 393 full-time, degree-seeking freshmen. These figures describe different groups and should not be added together as though they were a single entering class.

Among students in the reported geographic measure, 28% were Colorado residents and 72% came from other U.S. states. Those institution-wide figures do not necessarily describe the composition of a particular Lakewood classroom or residence hall, especially at a university with online and adult programs. Reported student-to-faculty ratio was 17 to 1; it is an institution-wide measure, not a class-size guarantee.

How does student life look like at Colorado Christian University?

Campus life at CCU combines the routines of a residential Christian university with the different schedules of commuters and adult learners. Chapel and other faith-centered programming are relevant parts of the experience for students evaluating the Lakewood campus.

Academic and personal support also matter to everyday life. CCU reports a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling, as well as services for veterans. New students should check which services are available in person, which can be accessed remotely, and whether eligibility or fees differ by enrollment format. The experience of a student living on campus may be quite different from that of someone taking evening or online courses.

What libraries are available to students at Colorado Christian University?

The Clifton Fowler Library is CCU's main campus library. It provides a place for study and access to academic research support; reported amenities include reservable study rooms.

Students working on papers or projects should use the library's catalog and licensed digital resources and ask library staff for help finding appropriate sources. Online access can be particularly important for students who do not regularly visit Lakewood. The library is not reported to have study areas open around the clock, so students who need late-night space should check current building hours and other campus options.

Colorado Christian University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

9951

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

393

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

123 full time, 493 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Colorado Christian University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 8,200
Graduate: 1,751

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,604
Part-time: 7,347

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 247
Men: 146

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 873
Black or African American: 887
White: 3,258
American Indian or Alaska Native: 40
Asian: 79
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 21
Two or more races: 217
Unknown: 174

Colorado Christian University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

MenMenMen

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Cross-country running

BothBothBoth

Golf

BothBothBoth

Ice hockey

–Both–

Sand volleyball

–Both–

Skiing (downhill)

–Both–

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

WomenWomenWomen

Table tennis

–Both–

Tennis

Both–Both

Track and field

BothBothBoth

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenWomenWomen

Weight lifting

–Both–

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.