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St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey

St Catherine University (SCU) · Saint Paul, Minnesota · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate92%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate61%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,651Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey coaches

Coaches at St Catherine University who recruit Women's Ice Hockey, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where St Catherine University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
stkatesathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 850–1140
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAmerican Sign Language (ASL)Applied EconomicsArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiological and Physical Sciences
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
61% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$37,534
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,357
Campus

Where it is

St Catherine University in Saint Paul.

Location
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Central
Website
stkate.edu
Overview

About St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Kayla Chilstrom, the Head Hockey Coach, leads the St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. St Catherine University (SCU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey as a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. St Catherine University is a private school in Saint Paul, Minnesota with 3,651 undergraduates, a 92% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,357 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Kayla Chilstrom, the Head Hockey Coach and Emma Polusny, the Assistant Hockey Coach. St Catherine University has 5 coaches for Women's Ice Hockey, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, league and season stats 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 shift clips from recent games, with the link near the top so Kayla can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at St Catherine University typically score 850–1140 on the SAT and 20–26 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 St Catherine University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey FAQ

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

Is St Catherine University D3?

Yes. St Catherine University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey, in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is St Catherine University public or private?

St Catherine University is a private nonprofit school in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

What conference is St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey in?

The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does St Catherine University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Ice Hockey?

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

How many coaches does St Catherine University Women's Ice Hockey have?

5 coaches, led by Kayla Chilstrom, the Head Hockey Coach.

How much does St Catherine University cost?

In-state tuition is $37,534 and out-of-state tuition is $37,534 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,357.

What is the St Catherine University acceptance rate?

92% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for St Catherine University?

Admitted students typically score 850–1140 on the SAT and 20–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the St Catherine University Women's Ice 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