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Yale University (Yale) · New Haven, Connecticut · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate4%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate96%finish within six years
Undergraduates15,564Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty5 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Yale University Football coaches

Coaches at Yale University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Yale University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Ivy Group
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
yalebulldogs.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1470–1570
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–35

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Popular majors

African StudiesAfrican-American/Black StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, GeneralArcheologyArchitecture
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
5 : 1
Graduation rate
96% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$67,250
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,044
Campus

Where it is

Yale University in New Haven.

Location
New Haven, Connecticut
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
yale.edu
Overview

About Yale University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Kevin Cahill, the Head Coach, leads the Yale University Football staff of 13 coaches, verified June 2026. Yale University (Yale) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Ivy Group. Yale University is a large private school in New Haven, Connecticut with 15,564 undergraduates, a 4% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,044 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Yale University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Kevin Cahill, the Head Coach and Sean McGowan, the Head Coach of Defense. Yale University has 13 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 Kevin can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Yale University typically score 1470–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Yale University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Yale University Football FAQ

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

Is Yale University D1?

Yes. Yale University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Ivy Group.

Is Yale University public or private?

Yale University is a private nonprofit school in New Haven, Connecticut.

What conference is Yale University Football in?

The Ivy Group.

Does Yale University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

No. Ivy League schools don't offer athletic scholarships. Financial aid is need-based.

How many coaches does Yale University Football have?

13 coaches, led by Kevin Cahill, the Head Coach.

How much does Yale University cost?

In-state tuition is $67,250 and out-of-state tuition is $67,250 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,044.

What is the Yale University acceptance rate?

4% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Yale University?

Admitted students typically score 1470–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Yale University 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