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Yale University Field Hockey

Yale University (Yale) · New Haven, Connecticut · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate4%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate96%finish within six years
Undergraduates15,564Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty5 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Yale University Field Hockey coaches

Coaches at Yale University who recruit Women's Field Hockey, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Yale University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Ivy Group
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
yalebulldogs.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1470–1570
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–35

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Popular majors

African StudiesAfrican-American/Black StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, GeneralArcheologyArchitecture
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
5 : 1
Graduation rate
96% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$67,250
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,044
Campus

Where it is

Yale University in New Haven.

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

About Yale University Field Hockey

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Melissa Gonzalez, the Head Coach, leads the Yale University Field Hockey staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Yale University (Yale) competes in NCAA Division I Field Hockey as a member of the Ivy Group. Yale University is a large private school in New Haven, Connecticut with 15,564 undergraduates, a 4% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,044 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Yale University Field Hockey

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Melissa Gonzalez, the Head Coach and Hannah Tepper, the Assistant Coach. Yale University has 3 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a highlight video with full-field clips, with the link near the top so Melissa can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Yale University typically score 1470–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 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 Yale University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Yale University Field Hockey FAQ

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

Is Yale University D1?

Yes. Yale University competes in NCAA Division I Field Hockey, in the Ivy Group.

Is Yale University public or private?

Yale University is a private nonprofit school in New Haven, Connecticut.

What conference is Yale University Field Hockey in?

The Ivy Group.

Does Yale University offer athletic scholarships for Field Hockey?

No. Ivy League schools don't offer athletic scholarships. Financial aid is need-based.

How many coaches does Yale University Field Hockey have?

3 coaches, led by Melissa Gonzalez, the Head Coach.

How much does Yale University cost?

In-state tuition is $67,250 and out-of-state tuition is $67,250 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,044.

What is the Yale University acceptance rate?

4% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1470–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Yale University Field Hockey 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