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Denison University Women's Fencing

Denison University (Denison) · Granville, Ohio · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate17%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate79%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,394Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Denison University Women's Fencing coaches

Coaches at Denison University who recruit Women's Fencing, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Denison University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
North Coast Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
denisonbigred.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1320–1490
ACTMiddle 50%: 30–33

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Popular majors

African-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer Science
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
79% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$67,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$42,177
Campus

Where it is

Denison University in Granville.

Location
Granville, Ohio
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
denison.edu
Overview

About Denison University Women's Fencing

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Peter Grandbois, the Head Women's Fencing Coach, leads the Denison University Women's Fencing staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Denison University (Denison) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Fencing as a member of the North Coast Athletic Conference. Denison University is a small private school in Granville, Ohio with 2,394 undergraduates, a 17% acceptance rate and an average net price of $42,177 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Denison University Women's Fencing

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Peter Grandbois, the Head Women's Fencing Coach and Hector Florencia, the Assistant Coach. Denison University has 2 coaches for Women's Fencing, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your weapon, USA Fencing rating and national point standings 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 full bouts from recent tournaments, with the link near the top so Peter can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Denison University typically score 1320–1490 on the SAT and 30–33 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 Denison University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Questions

Denison University Women's Fencing FAQ

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

Is Denison University D3?

Yes. Denison University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Fencing, in the North Coast Athletic Conference.

Is Denison University public or private?

Denison University is a private nonprofit school in Granville, Ohio.

What conference is Denison University Women's Fencing in?

The North Coast Athletic Conference.

Does Denison University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Fencing?

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

How many coaches does Denison University Women's Fencing have?

2 coaches, led by Peter Grandbois, the Head Women's Fencing Coach.

How much does Denison University cost?

In-state tuition is $67,000 and out-of-state tuition is $67,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $42,177.

What is the Denison University acceptance rate?

17% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1320–1490 on the SAT and 30–33 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Denison University Women's Fencing 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