California · NCAA D3
D3 Baseball Schools in California
9 programs · updated for 2026
California has 9 NCAA D3 baseball programs, spanning Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. By 2026 record, Pomona-Pitzer College led the group at .702. Below is every one, grouped by conference, with recent record, roster size and acceptance rate.
SCIAC
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference9 programsCIT

California Institute of Technology
NCAA D3 · Pasadena, CA
.100
2026 Win %
20
2026 Roster
6%
Acceptance
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CLU

California Lutheran University
NCAA D3 · Thousand Oaks, CA
.575
2026 Win %
40
2026 Roster
71%
Acceptance
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CU

Chapman University
NCAA D3 · Orange, CA
.585
2026 Win %
30
2026 Roster
56%
Acceptance
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CMC

Claremont McKenna College
NCAA D3 · Claremont, CA
.700
2026 Win %
44
2026 Roster
10%
Acceptance
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OC

Occidental College
NCAA D3 · Los Angeles, CA
.500
2026 Win %
40
2026 Roster
37%
Acceptance
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PPC

Pomona-Pitzer College
NCAA D3 · Claremont, CA
.702
2026 Win %
38
2026 Roster
7%
Acceptance
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ULV

University of La Verne
NCAA D3 · La Verne, CA
.558
2026 Win %
41
2026 Roster
55%
Acceptance
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UR

University of Redlands
NCAA D3 · Redlands, CA
.512
2026 Win %
33
2026 Roster
76%
Acceptance
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WC

Whittier College
NCAA D3 · Whittier, CA
.450
2026 Win %
62
2026 Roster
57%
Acceptance
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many D3 baseball programs are in California?+
California has 9 NCAA D3 baseball programs: California Institute of Technology, California Lutheran University, Chapman University, Claremont McKenna College, Occidental College, Pomona-Pitzer College, University of La Verne, University of Redlands and Whittier College.
What conferences do California D3 baseball teams play in?+
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
What is the best D3 baseball program in California?+
By 2026 win percentage, Pomona-Pitzer College led California's D3 programs at .702. “Best” depends on your goals — level, academics, location and fit all matter, which is what each program profile helps you weigh.
Which California D3 baseball programs are the most selective academically?+
By acceptance rate, California Institute of Technology is the most selective of California's D3 programs at 6%.
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