D1 College Soccer ID Camps in California (2026)

Division I camps in California (featuring programs like Stanford, UCLA, USC) are the highest-profile recruiting events in the state — the largest fields, the most competitive coaching staffs, and the tightest recruiting calendars. They are also the most expensive and the hardest to convert into real coaching interest if the athlete is not already on a coach's radar.

We track 27 active Division I college soccer ID camps in California for 2026. Each listing shows real dates, cost, location, and — where families have shared their experience — honest reviews about whether the camp delivered real recruiting value.

Fit context: D1 athletic scholarships are real but limited (typically 14 equivalencies for women's soccer, 9.9 for men's). Recruiting timelines run earliest at D1 — most rosters are largely set by junior year, so timing the right D1 camp matters more than attending many of them.

Looking beyond D1? Compare camps across every division in the full California ID camp guide.

27 D1 camps in California

Division IClinic

Cal Poly Free Youth Soccer Clinics

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

Aug 1, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026San Luis Obispo, CAMen's

TBD

Completed

Division IClinic

2026 Elite BOYS Players Academy - EPA (FALL)

UC Santa Barbara

Sep 1, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026Santa Barbara, CAMen's

$550

Completed

Division IID Camp

Elite Boys Players Academy

UC Santa Barbara

Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 16, 2026Santa Barbara, CAMen's

$550

Completed

Division IClinic

2026 Elite GIRLS Players Academy - EPA (FALL)

UC Santa Barbara

Sep 18, 2026 - Nov 20, 2026Santa Barbara, CAWomen's

$550

Completed

Division IID Camp

Cal Soccer ID Clinic - Fall

UC Berkeley

Oct 25, 2026Berkeley, CAMen's

$199-$229

5 days away

Division IID Camp

MSOC ID Clinic | November 8th

Saint Mary's College of California

Nov 8, 2026Moraga, CAMen's

$106

Division IID Camp

Titan Soccer Development ID Camp | November 15th

CSU Fullerton

Nov 15, 2026Fullerton, CAMen's

TBD

Division IID Camp

UCR Women’s Soccer ID Camp | November 21st

UC Riverside

Nov 21, 2026Riverside, CAWomen's

$138

Division IID Camp

2026 FALL ID CAMP

Sacramento State

Nov 29, 2026Sacramento, CAMen's

$125

Division IID Camp

College ID Day Camp - Winter 2026

Santa Clara University

Dec 1, 2026Santa Clara, CAMen's

$250

Division IID Camp

Cal Poly Women's Soccer Winter ID Camp (December 5, 2026)

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

Dec 5, 2026San Luis Obispo, CAWomen's

$250

Division IID Camp

PSSA Soccer 2-Day ID Camp

UC Santa Barbara

Dec 12-13, 2026Santa Barbara, CAWomen's

$300

Division IID Camp

Winter College ID Day Camp

Santa Clara University

Dec 15, 2026Santa Clara, CAMen's

$250

Division IID Camp

2026 Elite High School Goalkeeper ID Camp (3-Day)

UC Santa Barbara

Dec 18, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027Santa Barbara, CAMen's

$400-$500

Division IID Camp

2026 Elite High School Field Player ID Camp (2-Day)

UC Santa Barbara

Dec 19-20, 2026Santa Barbara, CAMen's

$365-$450

Division IID Camp

2026 San Diego State Men's Soccer Winter ID Camp

San Diego State University

Dec 19, 2026San Diego, CAMen's

$199

Division IID Camp

December 20, 2026 UC Davis Soccer ID Camp

UC Davis

Dec 20, 2026Davis, CAMen's

$175

Division IID Camp

Titan Soccer Development ID Camp | December 20th

CSU Fullerton

Dec 20, 2026Fullerton, CAMen's

TBD

Division IID Camp

2026/2027 College ID Camps — Winter 2026

Santa Clara University

Dec 20, 2026Santa Clara, CAMen's

$250

Division IID Camp

Nike Boys Soccer Camp at University of San Diego

University of San Diego

Dec 21-23, 2026San Diego, CAMen's

$370

Division IID Camp

Titan Soccer Development ID Camp | December 27th

CSU Fullerton

Dec 27, 2026Fullerton, CAMen's

TBD

Division IClinic

2026 Kids Winter Day Camp

UC Santa Barbara

Dec 28, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027Santa Barbara, CACoed

$175

Division IID Camp

2026 College ID Camp - Winter

Santa Clara University

Dec 31, 2026Santa Clara, CAMen's

$250

Division IID Camp

California Elite Winter ID Camp

Long Beach State

Jan 9-10, 2027Long Beach, CAWomen's

$625

Division IID Camp

MSOC Winter ID Clinic | January 17th

Saint Mary's College of California

Jan 17, 2027Moraga, CAMen's

$262

Division IID Camp

2027 San Diego State Men's Soccer Spring ID Camp

San Diego State University

Feb 7, 2027San Diego, CAMen's

$199

Division IID Camp

Santa Clara University Soccer Summer Camp — Summer #2

Santa Clara University

Jul 20-21, 2027Santa Clara, CAMen's

$400

Other divisions in California

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best D1 soccer ID camps in California?

California hosts 27 active Division I college soccer ID camps for 2026. Division I camps in California (featuring programs like Stanford, UCLA, USC) are the highest-profile recruiting events in the state — the largest fields, the most competitive coaching staffs, and the tightest recruiting calendars. They are also the most expensive and the hardest to convert into real coaching interest if the athlete is not already on a coach's radar.

How much do D1 soccer ID camps in California cost?

Division I ID camps in California typically range from $200 to $800. Single-day camps run cheaper; multi-day overnight camps that include housing and meals at top programs can exceed $600. Always budget travel and lodging separately — the camp fee is rarely the full cost.

Is a D1 ID camp the right fit for my athlete?

D1 athletic scholarships are real but limited (typically 14 equivalencies for women's soccer, 9.9 for men's). Recruiting timelines run earliest at D1 — most rosters are largely set by junior year, so timing the right D1 camp matters more than attending many of them.

When should we attend a D1 ID camp in California?

The peak window for Division I ID camps in California runs June through July, with smaller windows in May and August. Rising juniors and rising seniors get the most recruiting value; sophomores can attend to start building coach relationships. Confirm the head coach is running the camp before registering — assistant-only camps are usually a worse use of money.

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