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Chestnut Hill College Football

Chestnut Hill College (CHC) · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate74%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate49%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,288Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Chestnut Hill College Football coaches

Coaches at Chestnut Hill College who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Chestnut Hill College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
griffinathletics.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Corporate Communications, GeneralChemistry, GeneralChild Care and Support Services Management
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
49% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$39,200
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$28,583
Campus

Where it is

Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia.

Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Eastern
Website
chc.edu
Overview

About Chestnut Hill College Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Gio Thomas, the Head Football Coach, leads the Chestnut Hill College Football staff of 8 coaches, verified June 2026. Chestnut Hill College (CHC) competes in NCAA Division II Football as a member of the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference. Chestnut Hill College is a small private school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 1,288 undergraduates, a 74% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,583 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Chestnut Hill College Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Gio Thomas, the Head Football Coach and Brian Layden, the Defensive Coordinator - Defensive Line & Outside Linebackers. Chestnut Hill College has 8 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Gio 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 Chestnut Hill College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Chestnut Hill College Football FAQ

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

Is Chestnut Hill College D2?

Yes. Chestnut Hill College competes in NCAA Division II Football, in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference.

Is Chestnut Hill College public or private?

Chestnut Hill College is a private nonprofit school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What conference is Chestnut Hill College Football in?

The Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference.

Does Chestnut Hill College offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Chestnut Hill College 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 Chestnut Hill College Football have?

8 coaches, led by Gio Thomas, the Head Football Coach.

How much does Chestnut Hill College cost?

In-state tuition is $39,200 and out-of-state tuition is $39,200 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,583.

What is the Chestnut Hill College acceptance rate?

74% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Chestnut Hill College 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