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Connecticut College Field Hockey

Connecticut College (Conn College) · New London, Connecticut · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate37%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate82%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,990Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Connecticut College Field Hockey coaches

Coaches at Connecticut College who recruit Women's Field Hockey, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Connecticut College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
New England Small College Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
camelathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1350–1500
ACTMiddle 50%: 30–33

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Popular majors

American/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArchitectureArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBotany/Plant BiologyChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
82% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$66,830
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$42,941
Campus

Where it is

Connecticut College in New London.

Location
New London, Connecticut
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
conncoll.edu
Overview

About Connecticut College Field Hockey

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Ryley van der Velde, the Head Coach, leads the Connecticut College Field Hockey staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Connecticut College (Conn College) competes in NCAA Division III Field Hockey as a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference. Connecticut College is a small private school in New London, Connecticut with 1,990 undergraduates, a 37% acceptance rate and an average net price of $42,941 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Connecticut College Field Hockey

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Ryley van der Velde, the Head Coach and Emily Moniz, the Assistant Coach. Connecticut College has 4 coaches for Field Hockey, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals and assists 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 highlight video with full-field clips, with the link near the top so Ryley can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Connecticut College typically score 1350–1500 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 Connecticut College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Connecticut College Field Hockey FAQ

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

Is Connecticut College D3?

Yes. Connecticut College competes in NCAA Division III Field Hockey, in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Is Connecticut College public or private?

Connecticut College is a private nonprofit school in New London, Connecticut.

What conference is Connecticut College Field Hockey in?

The New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Does Connecticut College offer athletic scholarships for Field Hockey?

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

How many coaches does Connecticut College Field Hockey have?

4 coaches, led by Ryley van der Velde, the Head Coach.

How much does Connecticut College cost?

In-state tuition is $66,830 and out-of-state tuition is $66,830 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $42,941.

What is the Connecticut College acceptance rate?

37% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Connecticut College?

Admitted students typically score 1350–1500 on the SAT and 30–33 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Connecticut College Field Hockey coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026