Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball
Santa Clara University (SCU) · Santa Clara, California · Private nonprofit university
Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball coaches
Coaches at Santa Clara University who recruit Women's Beach Volleyball, head coach first.
The program
Where Santa Clara University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- West Coast Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- santaclarabroncos.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 88% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Santa Clara University in Santa Clara.
- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- scu.edu
About Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jeff Alzina, the Head Coach, leads the Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Santa Clara University (SCU) competes in NCAA Division I Beach Volleyball as a member of the West Coast Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Santa Clara University is a private school in Santa Clara, California with 9,728 undergraduates, a 48% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jeff Alzina, the Head Coach and Lance Muret, the Assistant Coach. Santa Clara University has 2 coaches for Beach Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your side, height, partner history and tournament results in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude full sets from recent tournaments, not just highlights, with the link near the top so Jeff can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Santa Clara University typically score 1350–1490 on the SAT and 31–33 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Santa Clara University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email Coach Jeff Alzina at Santa Clara University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JeffHow beach volleyball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Santa Clara University D1?
Yes. Santa Clara University competes in NCAA Division I Beach Volleyball, in the West Coast Conference.
Is Santa Clara University public or private?
Santa Clara University is a private nonprofit school in Santa Clara, California.
What conference is Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball in?
The West Coast Conference.
Does Santa Clara University offer athletic scholarships for Beach Volleyball?
Santa Clara University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball have?
2 coaches, led by Jeff Alzina, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball?
Jeff Alzina is the Head Coach.
When can Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. 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 Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball?
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 Santa Clara University cost?
In-state tuition is $60,639 and out-of-state tuition is $60,639 a year.
What is the Santa Clara University acceptance rate?
48% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Santa Clara University?
Admitted students typically score 1350–1490 on the SAT and 31–33 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Santa Clara University Beach Volleyball 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.
