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Washburn University Football

Washburn University (WU) · Topeka, Kansas · Public university

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Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIMid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
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Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates6,033Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Average net price$11,488per year after aid
Coaches

Washburn University Football coaches

Coaches at Washburn University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Zach WatkinsHead Coach
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Dane SimoneauOffensive Coordinator - Quarterbacks
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Kaleb KochDefensive Coordinator - Linebackers
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Athletics

The program

Where Washburn University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
wusports.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingAdministrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, GeneralAnthropology, GeneralArt Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Managerial Economics
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Kansas residents$9,828
Out-of-state tuition$20,832
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$11,488
Campus

Where it is

Washburn University in Topeka.

Location
Topeka, Kansas
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
washburn.edu
Overview

About Washburn University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Zach Watkins, the Head Coach, leads the Washburn University Football staff of 15 coaches, verified June 2026. Washburn University (WU) competes in NCAA Division II Football as a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Washburn University is a public school in Topeka, Kansas with 6,033 undergraduates and an average net price of $11,488 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Washburn University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Zach Watkins, the Head Coach and Dane Simoneau, the Offensive Coordinator - Quarterbacks. Washburn University has 15 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Zach can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Washburn University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Washburn University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Washburn University D2?

Yes. Washburn University competes in NCAA Division II Football, in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Is Washburn University public or private?

Washburn University is a public school in Topeka, Kansas.

What conference is Washburn University Football in?

The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Does Washburn University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Washburn University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Washburn University Football have?

15 coaches, led by Zach Watkins, the Head Coach.

How much does Washburn University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,828 and out-of-state tuition is $20,832 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,488.

How do I contact the Washburn University Football coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026