California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field
California State University, Chico (Chico State) · Chico, California · Public university
California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at California State University, Chico who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where California State University, Chico competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- California Collegiate Athletic Association
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- chicowildcats.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 23 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 63% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
California State University, Chico in Chico.
- Location
- Chico, California
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- csuchico.edu
About California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Carl Caughell, the Associate Head Coach - Jumps & Multis, leads the California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. California State University, Chico (Chico State) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field as a member of the California Collegiate Athletic Association. By event, Carl Caughell coaches High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Pole Vault and more and Cade Burks coaches 1600m Run, 3200m Run and 800m Dash. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. California State University, Chico is a large public school in Chico, California with 15,257 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,630 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Carl Caughell, the Associate Head Coach - Jumps & Multis and Kenny McDaniel, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country. California State University, Chico has 5 coaches for Men's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results 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.
- Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Carl can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the California State University, Chico staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is California State University, Chico D2?
Yes. California State University, Chico competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field, in the California Collegiate Athletic Association.
Is California State University, Chico public or private?
California State University, Chico is a public school in Chico, California.
What conference is California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field in?
The California Collegiate Athletic Association.
Does California State University, Chico offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?
California State University, Chico 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 California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field have?
5 coaches, led by Carl Caughell, the Associate Head Coach - Jumps & Multis.
Who is the head coach of California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field?
Carl Caughell is the Associate Head Coach - Jumps & Multis.
When can California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does California State University, Chico cost?
In-state tuition is $6,084 and out-of-state tuition is $18,684 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,630.
What is the California State University, Chico acceptance rate?
93% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the California State University, Chico Men's Track and Field 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.
