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Wilkes University Men's Wrestling

Wilkes University (WU) · Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university

Recognized
NCAA IIILandmark Conference
See coaches for Men's Wrestling
Acceptance rate91%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate63%finish within six years
Undergraduates5,381Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Men's Wrestling coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Wilkes University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Landmark Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gowilkesu.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1020–1250
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–29

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCivil Engineering, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
63% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$41,518
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$28,508
Campus

Where it is

Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre.

Location
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
wilkes.edu
Overview

About Wilkes University Men's Wrestling

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Wilkes University (WU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling as a member of the Landmark Conference. The program has 7 coaches on staff, led by Jon Laudenslager, the Director of Wrestling. Wilkes University is a private school in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania with 5,381 undergraduates, a 91% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,508 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Wilkes University Men's Wrestling

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

  1. Find the right coachWilkes University has 7 coaches for Men's Wrestling, including the Assistant Coach. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so coaches care about academics as much as performance. Lead with both.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 1020-1250 on the SAT and 22-29 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
Email the Wilkes University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Wilkes University Men's Wrestling FAQ

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

What division is Wilkes University Men's Wrestling?

Wilkes University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling.

What conference is Wilkes University Men's Wrestling in?

The Landmark Conference.

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

7 coaches, led by Jon Laudenslager, the Director of Wrestling.

How much does Wilkes University cost?

In-state tuition is $41,518 and out-of-state tuition is $41,518 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,508.

What is the Wilkes University acceptance rate?

91% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Wilkes University Men's Wrestling coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account 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 June 2026