

University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading
University of Pennsylvania (Penn) · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading coaches
Coaches at University of Pennsylvania who recruit Women's Cheerleading, head coach first.

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The program
Where University of Pennsylvania competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Ivy Group
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- pennathletics.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 8 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 97% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- upenn.edu
About University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tinnina Atherton-Ely, the Head Cheerleading Coach, leads the University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. University of Pennsylvania (Penn) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading as a member of the Ivy Group. University of Pennsylvania is a large private school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 29,109 undergraduates, a 5% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,017 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tinnina Atherton-Ely, the Head Cheerleading Coach and Misha Fausto, the Assistant Cheerleading Coach. University of Pennsylvania has 2 coaches for Women's Cheerleading, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, tumbling level and stunt skills in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with tumbling passes and stunts, with the link near the top so Tinnina can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Pennsylvania typically score 1510–1570 on the SAT and 34–36 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Pennsylvania staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University of Pennsylvania D1?
Yes. University of Pennsylvania competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading, in the Ivy Group.
Is University of Pennsylvania public or private?
University of Pennsylvania is a private nonprofit school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What conference is University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading in?
The Ivy Group.
Does University of Pennsylvania offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?
No. Ivy League schools don't offer athletic scholarships. Financial aid is need-based.
How many coaches does University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading have?
2 coaches, led by Tinnina Atherton-Ely, the Head Cheerleading Coach.
How much does University of Pennsylvania cost?
In-state tuition is $60,920 and out-of-state tuition is $60,920 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,017.
What is the University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate?
5% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Pennsylvania?
Admitted students typically score 1510–1570 on the SAT and 34–36 on the ACT.
How do I contact the University of Pennsylvania Women's Cheerleading coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.