Colorado Christian University (CCU) is a private Christ-centered institution in Lakewood, Colorado, blending rigorous academics with faith integration across 100+ programs. Students rave about supportive professors, twice-weekly chapel, discipleship groups, small classes, and proximity to Denver's culture and Rocky Mountain adventures.

State

Colorado

Student Population

2,000

Acceptance Rate

95%

GPA Range

3.0-3.4

SAT Range

990-1220

Common Majors

Psychology, Business, Biblical Studies, Nursing, Education.

"At CCU, the faith-filled community feels like family—professors mentor spiritually, campus hums with worship and events. Love Denver hikes, concerts nearby, safe vibe, and balancing Bible study with real-world prep in this beautiful foothill setting!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$28,800–$41,900

Conference

Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

69-72.5

Avg Women's Scores

76-79

Men's Team Notes

Colorado Christian men’s golf averaged roughly 69–72 per player per round, with team totals often in the 270s–280s. The Cougars posted multiple sub‑par and low‑70s rounds, captured a national‑level title, and displayed elite four‑man scoring balance in tightly packed fields.

Women's Team Notes

Colorado Christian women’s golf averaged about 76–79 per player per round, with counting‑rounds clustered in the 70s and 80s. The team advanced to national‑level competition, posted several strong 36‑ and 54‑hole scores, and improved low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Cameron Sandland

Women's Coach

Kelly Smith

Men's Email

cesandland@ccu.edu

Women's Email

ksmith@ccu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Cameron Sandland took over as head men's golf coach at Colorado Christian University in August 2025, leading the No. 1 nationally ranked Cougars to back-to-back RMAC Championships (2025: record -50, 24-stroke win) and their first NCAA DII West/South Central Regional title (-46). His squad advanced to nationals from Lakewood, setting program records in dominant DII fashion.

Women's Coach Bio

Kelly Smith serves as head women's golf coach at Colorado Christian University in the RMAC, building competitive rosters for conference contention and regional NCAA qualification. Her program emphasizes development from the Denver metro base, leveraging strong Colorado recruiting networks alongside the nationally elite men's team for sustained DII success.