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La Salle University Women's Rugby

La Salle University (LaSalle) · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate97%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate57%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,153Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

La Salle University Women's Rugby coaches

Coaches at La Salle University who recruit Women's Rugby, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where La Salle University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
goexplorers.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Neither Required nor Recommended.

SATMiddle 50%: 1050–1268

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Popular majors

AccountingAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness Analytics
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
57% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$20,119
Campus

Where it is

La Salle University in Philadelphia.

Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Eastern
Website
lasalle.edu
Overview

About La Salle University Women's Rugby

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Kelsie McDowell, the Head Coach, leads the La Salle University Women's Rugby staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. La Salle University (LaSalle) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Rugby as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. La Salle University is a private school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 3,153 undergraduates, a 97% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,119 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by La Salle University Women's Rugby

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Kelsie McDowell, the Head Coach and Chris Rowell, the Assistant Coach. La Salle University has 2 coaches for Women's Rugby, 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, and team level 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 full-match clips and a highlight video, with the link near the top so Kelsie can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at La Salle University typically score 1050 – 1268 on the SAT, and testing is neither required nor recommended. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the La Salle University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
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Questions

La Salle University Women's Rugby FAQ

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

Is La Salle University D1?

Yes. La Salle University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Rugby, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Is La Salle University public or private?

La Salle University is a private nonprofit school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What conference is La Salle University Women's Rugby in?

The Atlantic 10 Conference.

Does La Salle University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Rugby?

La Salle University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does La Salle University Women's Rugby have?

2 coaches, led by Kelsie McDowell, the Head Coach.

How much does La Salle University cost?

In-state tuition is $36,000 and out-of-state tuition is $36,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,119.

What is the La Salle University acceptance rate?

97% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for La Salle University?

Admitted students typically score 1050 – 1268 on the SAT.

How do I contact the La Salle University Women's Rugby 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