The California Vulcans football program is the intercollegiate American football team for Pennsylvania Western University California (known before July 2022 as California University of Pennsylvania), located in California, Pennsylvania. The team competes in NCAA Division II and is a member of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. California University's first football team was fielded in 1916. The Vulcans play home games at the 6,500-seat Hepner–Bailey Field at Adamson Stadium on their campus, and are coached by Gary Dunn.

Notable former players

Notable alumni, and their current (or last) NFL or professional team, include;

Playoff appearances

NCAA Division II

The Vulcans have made eight appearances in the NCAA Division II playoffs, with a combined record is 11–7.

Rivalry

IUP Crimson Hawks