CCAA Welcomes Menlo College

CCAA Welcomes Menlo College

Menlo College joins the California Collegiate Athletic Association

(click to read press release from November 25, 2025)

Countdown to First Season in the CCAA
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YEARBENCHMARKSTATUS
June 2025CCAA AcceptanceCCAA Board of Presidents vote to admit Menlo College as the CCAA's 14th member institution
2025-26Final Year in the PacWestMenlo College will compete one more season in the PacWest
July 1, 2026Active CCAA MembershipThe Oaks will officially join the CCAA
Aug. 2026First official CCAA competitionMenlo will begin competing in the CCAA in Fall 2026 and immediately be eligible for postseason play

Menlo College currently sponsors the following CCAA sports:

Men's SportsWomen's SportsNon-CCAA Sports
BaseballBasketballCheer
BasketballGolfTaekwondo
GolfSoccerTennis (M&W)
SoccerSoftballVolleyball (Men's)
 VolleyballWeightlifting
  Wrestling (M&W)
   

Nickname: Oaks
Colors: Navy Blue and White
Location: Atherton, Calif.
Founded: 1927
University President: Steve Weiner
Director of Athletics: Keith Spataro
Enrollment: 800 
CCAA Sports: 10

Current Affiliation: NCAA Division II
Current Conference: PacWest Conference

Athletics Website
University Website
Becoming part of the CCAA is more than an athletic decision for Menlo College — it is a statement about who we are and who we intend to become. This move strengthens the balance we expect for our student-athletes, elevates our competitive opportunities, and places Menlo in a conference that reflects our deepest academic and institutional values.
Steven Weiner, President of Menlo College
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Introducing Menlo College


Where is Menlo College?
Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College offers a unique blend of academic rigor and real-world experience. Its close proximity to industry leaders like Google, Apple, and Facebook provides unparalleled opportunities for internships, networking, and career advancement. With a strong emphasis on practical skills and entrepreneurial thinking, Menlo College prepares you to thrive in the dynamic and innovative world of technology.

About Menlo College
Menlo College is a small, private, residential college in Atherton, California, focused on business and psychology. Established in 1927, it provides undergraduate and graduate degrees, with an emphasis on a hands-on education for the innovation economy. It is located in Silicone Valley has a diverse student body, and has been recognized by the Princeton Review as a "Best in the West" college for many years.