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Life University Women's Cheerleading

Life University (LU) · Marietta, Georgia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate38%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,714Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Life University Women's Cheerleading coaches

Coaches at Life University who recruit Women's Cheerleading, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Life University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NAIA
Conference
Southern States Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
liferunningeagles.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 920–1130
ACTMiddle 50%: 17–20

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Popular majors

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Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
38% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$13,545
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$30,403
Campus

Where it is

Life University in Marietta.

Location
Marietta, Georgia
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
life.edu
Overview

About Life University Women's Cheerleading

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Sara Killough is the Head Coach for Life University Women's Cheerleading, verified June 2026. Life University (LU) competes in NAIA Women's Cheerleading as a member of the Southern States Athletic Conference. Life University is a small private school in Marietta, Georgia with 2,714 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $30,403 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Life University Women's Cheerleading

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Sara Killough, the Head Coach. Life University has 1 coach for Women's Cheerleading, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, tumbling level and stunt skills in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with tumbling passes and stunts, with the link near the top so Sara can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Life University typically score 920–1130 on the SAT and 17–20 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 Life University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
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Questions

Life University Women's Cheerleading FAQ

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

Is Life University NAIA?

Yes. Life University competes in NAIA Women's Cheerleading, in the Southern States Athletic Conference.

Is Life University public or private?

Life University is a private nonprofit school in Marietta, Georgia.

What conference is Life University Women's Cheerleading in?

The Southern States Athletic Conference.

Does Life University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?

Life University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Life University Women's Cheerleading have?

1 coach, led by Sara Killough, the Head Coach.

How much does Life University cost?

In-state tuition is $13,545 and out-of-state tuition is $13,545 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $30,403.

What is the Life University acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 920–1130 on the SAT and 17–20 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Life University Women's Cheerleading 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 June 2026