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University of California, Davis Football

University of California, Davis (UC Davis) · Davis, California · Public university

Acceptance rate42%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate86%finish within six years
Undergraduates40,065Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty22 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of California, Davis Football coaches

Coaches at University of California, Davis who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of California, Davis competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Sky Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
ucdavisaggies.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAgricultural Business and Management, OtherAgricultural Teacher EducationAgroecology and Sustainable AgricultureAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/Civilization
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
22 : 1
Graduation rate
86% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor California residents$12,260
Out-of-state tuition$44,148
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,270
Campus

Where it is

University of California, Davis in Davis.

Location
Davis, California
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
ucdavis.edu
Overview

About University of California, Davis Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Tim Plough, the Head Coach, leads the University of California, Davis Football staff of 17 coaches, verified June 2026. University of California, Davis (UC Davis) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Big Sky Conference. University of California, Davis is a large public school in Davis, California with 40,065 undergraduates, a 42% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,270 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of California, Davis Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Tim Plough, the Head Coach and Austin Taylor, the Assistant Coach - Inside Linebackers. University of California, Davis has 17 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Tim can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of California, Davis staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

University of California, Davis Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of California, Davis D1?

Yes. University of California, Davis competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Big Sky Conference.

Is University of California, Davis public or private?

University of California, Davis is a public school in Davis, California.

What conference is University of California, Davis Football in?

The Big Sky Conference.

Does University of California, Davis offer athletic scholarships for Football?

University of California, Davis competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of California, Davis Football have?

17 coaches, led by Tim Plough, the Head Coach.

How much does University of California, Davis cost?

In-state tuition is $12,260 and out-of-state tuition is $44,148 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,270.

What is the University of California, Davis acceptance rate?

42% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the University of California, Davis Football 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.

Coaching staff verified June 2026