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University of California-Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball

NCAA D1Big West ConferenceSanta Barbara, CA
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How University of California-Santa Barbara Compares (NCAA D1)
59% lower than division average acceptance rate77% higher than division average$9,507 lower than division average

Coaching Staff (5)

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Rich McLaughlin

Head Coach

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Rick McLaughlin
Rick McLaughlin

Head Coach

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Rick McLaughlin was named UC Santa Barbara's head men’s volleyball coach in June 2008. He is only the Gauchos' second head coach since 1978 and the fifth all-time

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Blaine Nielsen
Blaine Nielsen

Associate Head Coach

Blaine Nielsen has completed six seasons coaching UC Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball after the conclusion of the 2025 season, spending the past two years as Associate

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Jonah Seif
Jonah Seif

Assistant Coach

Jonah Seif has been an assistant coach for the UC Santa Barbara men's volleyball team for six seasons, a program that he played for from 2013-2016. Seif accepted

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Randy DeWeese
Randy DeWeese

Assistant Coach

Randy DeWeese joined the Gaucho coaching staff prior to the 2024 season. Rounding out a trio of coaches to join their former head coach Rick McLaughlin on the bench,

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Program Snapshot

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many coaches does University of California-Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball have?▾
The University of California-Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball program currently has 5 coaching staff members listed.
Who is the head coach of University of California-Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball?▾
Rich McLaughlin is the current head coach of University of California-Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball.
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What division is University of California-Santa Barbara Men's Volleyball?▾
University of California-Santa Barbara competes in NCAA D1 (Division I).
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Academic Snapshot

NCAA D1PublicHSINCAA since 1947Graduate
5221 Cheadle Hall, Santa Barbara, CA 93106
Acceptance Rate
28%
Undergrad Enrollment
23,205
Avg Net Price
$13,825/yr
In-State Tuition
$14,965/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$45,742/yr
6-Year Graduation Rate
85%
Freshman Retention
92%
Avg Earnings (10yr)
$62,400/yr

Last verified: Mar 2026

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