Wheeling University Women's Rugby
Wheeling University (WU) · Wheeling, West Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Wheeling University Women's Rugby coaches
Coaches at Wheeling University who recruit Women's Rugby, head coach first.
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The program
Where Wheeling University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Mountain East Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- wucardinals.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 23% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Wheeling University in Wheeling.
- Location
- Wheeling, West Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- wheeling.edu
About Wheeling University Women's Rugby
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Michael Geibel, the Head Women's Rugby Coach, leads the Wheeling University Women's Rugby staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Wheeling University (WU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Rugby as a member of the Mountain East Conference. Wheeling University is a small private school in Wheeling, West Virginia with 774 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Wheeling University Women's Rugby
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Michael Geibel, the Head Women's Rugby Coach and Rua Karimazondo, the Graduate Assistant Women's Rugby Coach. Wheeling University has 3 coaches for Women's Rugby, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and team level in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude full-match clips and a highlight video, with the link near the top so Michael can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Wheeling University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
Wheeling University Women's Rugby FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wheeling University D2?
Yes. Wheeling University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Rugby, in the Mountain East Conference.
Is Wheeling University public or private?
Wheeling University is a private nonprofit school in Wheeling, West Virginia.
What conference is Wheeling University Women's Rugby in?
The Mountain East Conference.
Does Wheeling University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Rugby?
Wheeling University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Wheeling University Women's Rugby have?
3 coaches, led by Michael Geibel, the Head Women's Rugby Coach.
How much does Wheeling University cost?
In-state tuition is $29,090 and out-of-state tuition is $29,090 a year.
What is the Wheeling University acceptance rate?
63% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Wheeling University Women's Rugby coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.