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Washington State University Women's Dance

Washington State University (WSU) · Pullman, Washington · Public university

Acceptance rate87%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate60%finish within six years
Undergraduates25,685Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Washington State University Women's Dance coaches

Coaches at Washington State University who recruit Women's Dance, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Washington State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Pacific-12 Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
wsucougars.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAgribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAgricultural and Food Products ProcessingAgricultural and Horticultural Plant BreedingAgricultural Production Operations, GeneralAgricultural Teacher Education
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
60% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Washington residents$11,305
Out-of-state tuition$27,864
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,171
Campus

Where it is

Washington State University in Pullman.

Location
Pullman, Washington
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
wsu.edu
Overview

About Washington State University Women's Dance

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Payton Adamson, the Head Dance Coach - Head Spirit Director, leads the Washington State University Women's Dance staff of 2 coaches, verified September 2026. Washington State University (WSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Dance as a member of the Pacific-12 Conference. Washington State University is a large public school in Pullman, Washington with 25,685 undergraduates, a 87% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,171 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Washington State University Women's Dance

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Payton Adamson, the Head Dance Coach - Head Spirit Director and Kennedy Cooks, the Assistant Dance Coach. Washington State University has 2 coaches for Women's Dance, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your styles, years of training and competition 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 a solo performance and a technique reel, with the link near the top so Payton 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 Washington State University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
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Questions

Washington State University Women's Dance FAQ

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

Is Washington State University D1?

Yes. Washington State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Dance, in the Pacific-12 Conference.

Is Washington State University public or private?

Washington State University is a public school in Pullman, Washington.

What conference is Washington State University Women's Dance in?

The Pacific-12 Conference.

Does Washington State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Dance?

Washington State 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 Washington State University Women's Dance have?

2 coaches, led by Payton Adamson, the Head Dance Coach - Head Spirit Director.

How much does Washington State University cost?

In-state tuition is $11,305 and out-of-state tuition is $27,864 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,171.

What is the Washington State University acceptance rate?

87% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Washington State University Women's Dance 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