Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball
Colorado Christian University (CCU) · Lakewood, Colorado · Private nonprofit university
Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Colorado Christian University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Colorado Christian University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- ccucougars.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 64% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Colorado Christian University in Lakewood.
- Location
- Lakewood, Colorado
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Undenominational
- Time zone
- Mountain
- Website
- ccu.edu
About Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Carissa Ratliff, the Head Coach, leads the Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Colorado Christian University (CCU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball 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 Christian University is a private school in Lakewood, Colorado with 9,951 undergraduates and an average net price of $26,770 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Carissa Ratliff, the Head Coach and Lourdes Gonzalez, the Assistant Coach. Colorado Christian University has 3 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats 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 a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Carissa can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Colorado Christian University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach CarissaHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Colorado Christian University D2?
Yes. Colorado Christian University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball, in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Is Colorado Christian University public or private?
Colorado Christian University is a private nonprofit school in Lakewood, Colorado.
What conference is Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball in?
The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Does Colorado Christian University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
Colorado Christian 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 Christian University Women's Basketball have?
3 coaches, led by Carissa Ratliff, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball?
Carissa Ratliff is the Head Coach.
When can Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball 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 Christian University Women's Basketball?
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 Christian University cost?
In-state tuition is $27,631 and out-of-state tuition is $27,631 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,770.
How do I contact the Colorado Christian University Women's Basketball 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.
