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Vassar College Men's Rowing

Vassar College (VC) · Poughkeepsie, New York · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate19%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate91%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,462Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty7 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Vassar College Men's Rowing coaches

Coaches at Vassar College who recruit Men's Rowing, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Vassar College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
vassarathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1450–1550
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–35

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Popular majors

African StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAncient Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralAsian Studies/CivilizationAstronomy
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
7 : 1
Graduation rate
91% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$70,050
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$29,733
Campus

Where it is

Vassar College in Poughkeepsie.

Location
Poughkeepsie, New York
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
vassar.edu
Overview

About Vassar College Men's Rowing

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Peter Wells, the Head Coach, leads the Vassar College Men's Rowing staff of 3 coaches. Vassar College (VC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Rowing as a member of the Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association. Vassar College is a small private school in Poughkeepsie, New York with 2,462 undergraduates, a 19% acceptance rate and an average net price of $29,733 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Vassar College Men's Rowing

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Peter Wells, the Head Coach and Bill Davies, the Assistant Coach. Vassar College has 3 coaches for Men's Rowing, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 2K erg time, height and weight, and side in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a video of you rowing in a boat or on the erg, with the link near the top so Peter can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Vassar College typically score 1450–1550 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Vassar College staff after a week, and again after your next regatta with updated results.
Questions

Vassar College Men's Rowing FAQ

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

Is Vassar College D3?

Yes. Vassar College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Rowing, in the Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association.

Is Vassar College public or private?

Vassar College is a private nonprofit school in Poughkeepsie, New York.

What conference is Vassar College Men's Rowing in?

The Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association.

Does Vassar College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Rowing?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Vassar College Men's Rowing have?

3 coaches, led by Peter Wells, the Head Coach.

How much does Vassar College cost?

In-state tuition is $70,050 and out-of-state tuition is $70,050 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,733.

What is the Vassar College acceptance rate?

19% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Vassar College?

Admitted students typically score 1450–1550 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Vassar College Men's Rowing coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

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