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Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving

Manchester University (MU) · North Manchester, Indiana · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate71%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate46%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,276Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at Manchester University who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Manchester University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
muspartans.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingApplied Mathematics, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralClinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
46% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$35,800
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,367
Campus

Where it is

Manchester University in North Manchester.

Location
North Manchester, Indiana
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Church of Brethren
Time zone
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Website
manchester.edu
Overview

About Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Darren Ridenour, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach, leads the Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 2 coaches. Manchester University (MU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Manchester University is a small private school in North Manchester, Indiana with 1,276 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,367 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Darren Ridenour, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach and Parker York, the Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach. Manchester University has 2 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores 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 links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Darren can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Manchester University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

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

Is Manchester University D3?

Yes. Manchester University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Manchester University public or private?

Manchester University is a private nonprofit school in North Manchester, Indiana.

What conference is Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving in?

The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Manchester University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?

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

How many coaches does Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving have?

2 coaches, led by Darren Ridenour, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.

How much does Manchester University cost?

In-state tuition is $35,800 and out-of-state tuition is $35,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,367.

What is the Manchester University acceptance rate?

71% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Manchester University Women's Swimming and Diving 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.