Schools ACHA DII and DIII Santa Clara University
ACHA DII and DIII · 2025–26 Season

Santa Clara University Hockey

Santa Clara, CA ·Private Nonprofit ·6,552 undergrads
Program Overview

Santa Clara University runs 2 separate ACHA hockey programs in Santa Clara, CA — ACHA Division II and ACHA Division III. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 33 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

Transfer activity is a defining feature of this roster: 16 players previously played at other college programs before landing here — making Santa Clara University one of the more transfer-friendly environments across these programs.

Who plays here?

A mix of players arriving directly from high school and junior programs. The 13-region geographic spread reflects a program building beyond its immediate market.

Transfer-friendly environment

16 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Santa Clara University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

48.0%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately selective
1,426
Average SAT Score
Combined reading + math
$82,026
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
88%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$109,183
Median Earnings (10yr)
$91,198 at 6 years
$19,162
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$61,293
Tuition (Out-of-State)
11% of students receive Pell grants
6,552
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private Nonprofit institution
Roster Geography

Where Do Santa Clara University Hockey Players Come From?

33 players · 13 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

CA6 players
MA5 players
CT4 players
MN2 players
NY2 players
ON1 player
TX1 player
MD1 player
AK1 player
MI1 player
IL1 player
CO1 player
CAN1 player

The top feeder states are California (6), Massachusetts (5), Connecticut (4). The 13-region spread reflects a nationally recruiting program.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Santa Clara University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

High school
4
12%
Youth hockey
3
9%
College transfer
16
48%
Prep school
1
3%
No prior data
9
27%
College transfers

16 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

Explore the full player pipeline
Prior leagues, feeder teams, and pipeline trends — filter and compare.
Home Ice

Solar4America Ice Rink

San Jose, CA · 12 minutes from campus

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For Recruits

Is Santa Clara University Hockey a Fit for You?

Santa Clara University fields 2 programs — ACHA Division II and ACHA Division III — with 33 players combined across all rosters. If you're evaluating fit, consider which level matches your experience: each program has its own roster, coaching staff, and recruiting pipeline. Reach out directly through the division-specific accounts listed above.