Colorado Mesa University Athletics

Colorado Mesa competes in NCAA Division II, which means sports get real attention and funding but won't dominate campus life like at major Division I schools. The Mavericks field 22 varsity teams with 802 total athletes, meaning about 11% of the 7,604 students play a sport. The athletic department distributes $3,660,874 in scholarships across all teams. Colorado Mesa plays in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference against schools like Colorado State Pueblo and Adams State. The school has built a solid reputation in football and basketball within Division II circles. Western Colorado's outdoor culture means many students stay active even if they don't play varsity sports. Division II creates the right balance for students who want competitive athletics without the time demands of Division I programs.