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James Madison University Women's Lacrosse

James Madison University (JMU) · Harrisonburg, Virginia · Public university

Recognized
NCAA ISun Belt Conference
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Acceptance rate72%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate80%finish within six years
Undergraduates22,740Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Women's Lacrosse coaches

Coaches at James Madison University who recruit Women's Lacrosse, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where James Madison University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
jmusports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1170–1340
ACTMiddle 50%: 24–29

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingAdvanced Legal Research/Studies, GeneralAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiotechnology
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
80% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Virginia residents$8,150
Out-of-state tuition$25,496
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,856
Campus

Where it is

James Madison University in Harrisonburg.

Location
Harrisonburg, Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
jmu.edu
Overview

About James Madison University Women's Lacrosse

How the program competes and what the school is like.

James Madison University (JMU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. The program has 5 coaches on staff, led by Shelley Klaes, the Head Coach. James Madison University is a large public school in Harrisonburg, Virginia with 22,740 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,856 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by James Madison University Women's Lacrosse

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

  1. Find the right coachJames Madison University has 5 coaches for Women's Lacrosse, including the Associate Head Coach and Assistant Coach. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision I coaches look at your stats, times or film first. Put your best numbers, position and grad year in the subject line.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 1170-1340 on the SAT and 24-29 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
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Questions

James Madison University Women's Lacrosse FAQ

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

What division is James Madison University Women's Lacrosse?

James Madison University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse.

What conference is James Madison University Women's Lacrosse in?

The Sun Belt Conference.

How many coaches does James Madison University Women's Lacrosse have?

5 coaches, led by Shelley Klaes, the Head Coach.

How much does James Madison University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,150 and out-of-state tuition is $25,496 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,856.

What is the James Madison University acceptance rate?

72% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the James Madison University Women's Lacrosse coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account 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