Colorado Mesa
Colorado Mesa University
Colorado Mesa, in Grand Junction, CO, competes in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 81%, with an average SAT of 1070. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 7,604. The school's six-year graduation rate is 42%.
Lacrosse Programs at Colorado Mesa
The Colorado Mesa women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. The team went 6-12 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #205, Tier 9.
Colorado Mesa plays men's lacrosse in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 10-5 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #122, Tier 7.
Where Colorado Mesa Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 63 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Colorado Mesa from 20 states. California leads the pipeline with 20 commits. Just 21% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Colorado Mesa's California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include 214, Coast, NorCal Rize.
- California20
- Colorado13
- Minnesota5
- Oregon5
- Texas3
- 2143
- Coast3
- NorCal Rize3
- OR Pride3
- 3D CO2
- Chaparral3
- Other3
- Stillwater3
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 133 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Colorado Mesa from 17 states. The pipeline is strongly local: Colorado leads with 54 commits (41% of the total). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Colorado Mesa's Colorado-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include TEAM 91, 6 STAR, DENVER ELITE.
- Colorado54
- California18
- Washington14
- Minnesota10
- Texas10
- TEAM 9112
- 6 STAR10
- DENVER ELITE8
- SEATTLE STARZ8
- TEAM 91 COLORADO7
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Colorado Mesa
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Colorado Mesa is a Tier 9 player (median of 61 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Colorado Mesa is a Tier 5 player (median of 133 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #27 (2023) to #38 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #6 (2023) to #16 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Colorado Mesa lists tuition at about $9,712 for in-state students and $24,312 out of state. 42% of students graduate within six years. About 7,604 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Colorado Mesa Lacrosse FAQ
Does Colorado Mesa have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Colorado Mesa fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Does Colorado Mesa have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Colorado Mesa fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
What states do Colorado Mesa lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Colorado Mesa came from 17 states, led by CO (54), CA (18), WA (14). About 41% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Colorado Mesa recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 16 men's lacrosse commits per class at Colorado Mesa. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Colorado Mesa?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Colorado Mesa?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TEAM 91, 6 STAR, DENVER ELITE. A club pipeline is a signal, not a requirement — coaches recruit from showcases and camps too.
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Data updated 2026-08-27 · methodology