What division is Vanguard?

Vanguard competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Pacific West Conference (PWC).

What GPA do you need for Vanguard?

The average GPA at Vanguard is 3.3. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

Vanguard has an enrollment of approximately 1,933 students in a urban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Vanguard?

Vanguard has an acceptance rate of 62%.

How do I get recruited to play at Vanguard?

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Vanguard

Costa Mesa, CAD-IIPacific West Conference (PWC)

HSIVisit athletics site

NCAA Division II

Division

1,933

Enrollment

3.3

Avg GPA

62%

Acceptance

57%

Graduation

70%

Retention

Vanguard is a NCAA Division II program competing in the Pacific West Conference (PWC). Located in Costa Mesa, CA with an enrollment of 1,933 students. Average GPA: 3.3. Acceptance rate: 62%. Graduation rate: 57%. Urban campus setting. Moderate climate. HSI designated institution. Explore football, basketball, and track & field recruiting data, coaching staff, and Fit Score matching on RawRecruit.

Last updated: April 2026

Academics

Avg GPA

3.3

Graduation

57%

Acceptance

62%

Student:Faculty

13:1

Retention

70%

Campus & Location

Setting

Urban

Climate

Moderate

Median Earnings

$43,464

Coaching Staff152 coaches across all sports

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About Vanguard Athletics

Vanguard is a NCAA Division II athletic program located in Costa Mesa, CA, competing in the Pacific West Conference (PWC). With an enrollment of 1,933 students, Vanguard offers a small, close-knit campus environment for student-athletes. Whether you're a football player, basketball player, or track & field athlete, Vanguard has programs and coaching staff across multiple sports.

The average GPA for athletes at Vanguard is 3.3. The school maintains a 57% graduation rate.

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