Pac-12 Expands with Four Mountain West Schools

Oregon State and Washington State lead the effort to rebuild the Pac-12 with additions from the Mountain West, aiming for a stronger future.

Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, and San Diego State will join the Pac-12 in 2026.
The Pac-12, now with six members, needs at least eight to maintain its Football Bowl Subdivision status.
The expansion follows the departure of eight schools last summer and a successful legal effort by Oregon State and Washington State to control the Pac-12 board.
The financial burden includes $18 million exit fees per school and additional costs, but the Pac-12 is expected to assist with these expenses.
Future expansion candidates include Memphis, Tulane, UNLV, and UTSA as the Pac-12 aims to strengthen its media rights value and competitive standing.