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Canisius University Women's Swimming and Diving

Canisius University (Canisius) · Buffalo, New York · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA IMetro Atlantic Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate72%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate66%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,451Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Canisius University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

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

Scott VanderzellHead Coach
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Adriana BolenderHead Diving Coach
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Bailey LuddenAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Canisius University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gogriffs.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1050–1320
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–28

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Popular majors

AccountingAnimal Behavior and EthologyBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
66% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$32,200
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,321
Campus

Where it is

Canisius University in Buffalo.

Location
Buffalo, New York
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Eastern
Website
canisius.edu
Overview

About Canisius University Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Scott Vanderzell, the Head Coach, leads the Canisius University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 6 coaches. Canisius University (Canisius) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Canisius University is a small private school in Buffalo, New York with 2,451 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,321 a year after aid.

Recruiting

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

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Scott Vanderzell, the Head Coach and Adriana Bolender, the Head Diving Coach. Canisius University has 6 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Scott can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Canisius University typically score 1050 – 1320 on the SAT and 22 – 28 on the ACT, 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 Canisius University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Questions

Canisius University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

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

Is Canisius University D1?

Yes. Canisius University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

Is Canisius University public or private?

Canisius University is a private nonprofit school in Buffalo, New York.

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

The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

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

Canisius 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 Canisius University Women's Swimming and Diving have?

6 coaches, led by Scott Vanderzell, the Head Coach.

How much does Canisius University cost?

In-state tuition is $32,200 and out-of-state tuition is $32,200 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,321.

What is the Canisius University acceptance rate?

72% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Canisius University?

Admitted students typically score 1050 – 1320 on the SAT and 22 – 28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Canisius 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.