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Purdue University Men's Wrestling

Purdue University (Purdue) · West Lafayette, Indiana · Public university

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Elite Program
NCAA IBig Ten Conference
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Acceptance rate50%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate83%finish within six years
Undergraduates58,658Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Purdue University Men's Wrestling coaches

Coaches at Purdue University who recruit Men's Wrestling, head coach first.

Tony ErslandWrestling Head Coach
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Brian AndersonWrestling Assistant Coach
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Jake SueflohnWrestling Assistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Purdue University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
purduesports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1200–1480
ACTMiddle 50%: 27–34

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Popular majors

AccountingActingActuarial ScienceAeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/TechnicianAeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, GeneralAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black Studies
Test policy
Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
83% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Indiana residents$9,718
Out-of-state tuition$28,520
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,722
Campus

Where it is

Purdue University in West Lafayette.

Location
West Lafayette, Indiana
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Website
purdue.edu
Overview

About Purdue University Men's Wrestling

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Tony Ersland, the Wrestling Head Coach, leads the Purdue University Men's Wrestling staff of 6 coaches, verified September 2026. Purdue University (Purdue) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Wrestling as a member of the Big Ten Conference. Purdue University is a large public school in West Lafayette, Indiana with 58,658 undergraduates, a 50% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,722 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Purdue University Men's Wrestling

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Tony Ersland, the Wrestling Head Coach and Brian Anderson, the Wrestling Assistant Coach. Purdue University has 6 coaches for Men's Wrestling, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your weight class, record and state or national placements in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude full matches against strong opponents, with the link near the top so Tony can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Purdue University typically score 1200–1480 on the SAT and 27–34 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Purdue University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
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Questions

Purdue University Men's Wrestling FAQ

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

Is Purdue University D1?

Yes. Purdue University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Wrestling, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is Purdue University public or private?

Purdue University is a public school in West Lafayette, Indiana.

What conference is Purdue University Men's Wrestling in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does Purdue University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Wrestling?

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

How many coaches does Purdue University Men's Wrestling have?

6 coaches, led by Tony Ersland, the Wrestling Head Coach.

How much does Purdue University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,718 and out-of-state tuition is $28,520 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,722.

What is the Purdue University acceptance rate?

50% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Purdue University?

Admitted students typically score 1200–1480 on the SAT and 27–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Purdue University Men's Wrestling 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.

Coaching staff verified September 2026