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California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo

California Lutheran University (CLU) · Thousand Oaks, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate76%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate70%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,351Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo coaches

Coaches at California Lutheran University who recruit Men's Water Polo, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where California Lutheran University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
clusports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1150–1330
ACTMiddle 50%: 24–31

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCinematography and Film/Video Production
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
70% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$51,750
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$27,080
Campus

Where it is

California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks.

Location
Thousand Oaks, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Time zone
Pacific
Website
callutheran.edu
Overview

About California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Tim Settem, the Head Coach, leads the California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. California Lutheran University (CLU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Water Polo as a member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. California Lutheran University is a private school in Thousand Oaks, California with 3,351 undergraduates, a 76% acceptance rate and an average net price of $27,080 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Tim Settem, the Head Coach and Bailey Stubblefield, the Assistant Coach. California Lutheran University has 3 coaches for Men's Water Polo, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals and steals in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude full-game footage and a highlight video, with the link near the top so Tim can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at California Lutheran University typically score 1150–1330 on the SAT and 24–31 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 California Lutheran University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo FAQ

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

Is California Lutheran University D3?

Yes. California Lutheran University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Water Polo, in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is California Lutheran University public or private?

California Lutheran University is a private nonprofit school in Thousand Oaks, California.

What conference is California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo in?

The Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does California Lutheran University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Water Polo?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo have?

3 coaches, led by Tim Settem, the Head Coach.

How much does California Lutheran University cost?

In-state tuition is $51,750 and out-of-state tuition is $51,750 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $27,080.

What is the California Lutheran University acceptance rate?

76% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for California Lutheran University?

Admitted students typically score 1150–1330 on the SAT and 24–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the California Lutheran University Men's Water Polo 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