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Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading

Concordia University, Chicago (CUC) · River Forest, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate36%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,770Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Concordia University, Chicago competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
cucougars.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAthletic Training/TrainerBiological and Physical SciencesBiology Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
36% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,430
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,767
Campus

Where it is

Concordia University, Chicago in River Forest.

Location
River Forest, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
Time zone
Central
Website
cuchicago.edu
Overview

About Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jaclyn Smith is the Assistant Coach - Cheer & Stunt for Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading, verified June 2026. Concordia University, Chicago (CUC) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cheerleading as a member of the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. Concordia University, Chicago is a private school in River Forest, Illinois with 4,770 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,767 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jaclyn Smith, the Assistant Coach - Cheer & Stunt. Concordia University, Chicago 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. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with tumbling passes and stunts, with the link near the top so Jaclyn 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 Concordia University, Chicago staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
Questions

Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading FAQ

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

Is Concordia University, Chicago D3?

Yes. Concordia University, Chicago competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cheerleading, in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Is Concordia University, Chicago public or private?

Concordia University, Chicago is a private nonprofit school in River Forest, Illinois.

What conference is Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading in?

The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Does Concordia University, Chicago offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?

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

How many coaches does Concordia University, Chicago Women's Cheerleading have?

1 coach, led by Jaclyn Smith, the Assistant Coach - Cheer & Stunt.

How much does Concordia University, Chicago cost?

In-state tuition is $36,430 and out-of-state tuition is $36,430 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,767.

What is the Concordia University, Chicago acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Concordia University, Chicago 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