Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving
Colorado Mesa University (CMU) · Grand Junction, Colorado · Public university
Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Colorado Mesa University who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Colorado Mesa University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- cmumavericks.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 41% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction.
- Location
- Grand Junction, Colorado
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Mountain
- Website
- coloradomesa.edu
About Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mickey Wender, the Head Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving Coach, leads the Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Colorado Mesa University (CMU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Colorado Mesa University is a public school in Grand Junction, Colorado with 9,785 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,590 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Mickey Wender, the Head Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving Coach and Julie Weddle, the Diving Coach. Colorado Mesa University has 3 coaches for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Mickey can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Colorado Mesa University typically score 930–1160 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Colorado Mesa University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Mickey Wender at Colorado Mesa University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MickeyHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Colorado Mesa University D2?
Yes. Colorado Mesa University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Is Colorado Mesa University public or private?
Colorado Mesa University is a public school in Grand Junction, Colorado.
What conference is Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving in?
The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Does Colorado Mesa University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?
Colorado Mesa University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving have?
3 coaches, led by Mickey Wender, the Head Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving Coach.
Who is the head coach of Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving?
Mickey Wender is the Head Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving Coach.
When can Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Colorado Mesa University cost?
In-state tuition is $8,807 and out-of-state tuition is $24,004 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,590.
What is the Colorado Mesa University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Colorado Mesa University?
Admitted students typically score 930–1160 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Colorado Mesa University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
