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Western Colorado University (out-of-state)
Campus Housing - Dorms and Meal Plans
Provides on campus housing
Yes
Residence hall capacity
1,260
Does college offer a meal plan?
Yes, number of meals per week can vary
Must all students live on campus?
No
Residence halls on campus:
Chipeta Hall, Colorado Hall, Crystal Hall, Dolores Hall, Mears Hall, Moffat Hall, Robidoux Hall, The Pinnacles, Tomichi Hall, Ute Hall
Sports Programs & Athletics
Athletic conferences
Football - Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Basketball - Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Cross Country/Track - Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Number of Varsity Athletes by Sport in 2026
| Sport | # of Men | # of Women |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | 16 | 16 |
| Football | 147 | |
| Soccer | 39 | |
| Swimming and Diving (combined) | 34 | |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) | 179 | 166 |
| Volleyball | 17 | |
| Wrestling | 49 | |
Data from 2024 |
Athletic Association
Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Athletic Classification
NCAA Division II with football
Athletic Summary
Total # athletes
460
Male Athletes 285
Female Athletes 175
Total sports revenue
$8,432,797
Total sports expenses
$8,432,797
Avg. head coach salary - Women
(# full-time equivalents)
(# full-time equivalents)
$69,562 (5)
Avg. head coach salary - Men
(# FTE)
(# FTE)
$82,044 (4)
Campus Services and Programs
Services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
On-campus day care for students' children
Placement services for completers
Library facilities
Access to digital/electronic resources
Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions
Established library hours
Organized collection of printed materials
Physical facilities
Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials
Services and Programs for Servicemembers and Veterans
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)
Hospital on campus?
No
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