University of Chicago Football

NCAA D3University Athletic AssociationChicago, IL

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How University of Chicago Compares (NCAA D3)

93% lower than division average acceptance rate203% higher than division average$27,680 higher than division average

Coaching Staff (12)

Craig Knoche

Head Football Coach

Craig Knoche enters his first year as the Head Football Coach at the University of Chicago in the 2025-26 academic year. Knoche was hired in February 2025

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Carlos Jones

Assistant Football Coach

Carlos Jones enters his second year as the Assistant Football Coach at the University of Chicago in the 2025-26 academic year. He served as the running backs coach

Daniel Gallagher

Offensive Coordinator

Daniel Gallagher enters his 1st year as the Offensive Coordinator for the University of Chicago football program in the 2025-26 academic year. Gallagher arrives

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Erik Karlson

Defensive Coordinator

Erik Karlson enters his first year as the Special Teams Coordinator and Linebackers Coach for the football program at the University of Chicago in the 2025-26 academic

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Jacob Engleton

Assistant Football Coach

Jacob Mooney

Assistant Football Coach

Jake Santos

Special Teams Coordinator

Jacob Santos enters his second year as the Assistant Football Coach at the University of Chicago in the 2025-26 academic year. He will serve as the Running Backs

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Joe Shilts

Assistant Football Coach

Joe Shilts enters his first year as the Assistant Football Coach at the University of Chicago in the 2025-26 academic year. He will serve as the Defensive Assistant

John Lizak

Assistant Football Coach

John Lizak enters his 14th year as the Offensive Line Coach for the football program at the University of Chicago in the 2025-26 academic year. Lizak coached

Rich Kersten

Assistant Football Coach

Shawn Shine

Assistant Football Coach

Zach Farber

Assistant Football Coach

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many coaches does University of Chicago Football have?▾

The University of Chicago Football program currently has 12 coaching staff members listed.

Who is the head coach of University of Chicago Football?▾

Craig Knoche is the current head coach of University of Chicago Football.

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What division is University of Chicago Football?▾

University of Chicago competes in NCAA D3 (Division III).

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Academic Snapshot

NCAA D3PrivateNCAA since 1907Graduate

5530 South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637

Acceptance Rate

Undergrad Enrollment

7,540

Avg Net Price

$18,967/yr

In-State Tuition

$66,939/yr

Out-of-State Tuition

$66,939/yr

Avg SAT

1,554

6-Year Graduation Rate

95%

Freshman Retention

99%

Avg Earnings (10yr)

$103,000/yr

Last verified: Mar 2026

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