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James Madison University Women's Swimming and Diving

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

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

James Madison University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at James Madison University who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, 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

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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 Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Dane Pedersen, the Head Coach, leads the James Madison University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 4 coaches. James Madison University (JMU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. 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 Swimming and Diving

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Dane Pedersen, the Head Coach and Rebecca Yost, the Associate Head Coach. James Madison University has 4 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 Dane can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at James Madison University 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.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the James Madison University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

James Madison University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

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

Is James Madison University D1?

Yes. James Madison University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Sun Belt Conference.

Is James Madison University public or private?

James Madison University is a public school in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

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

The Sun Belt Conference.

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

James Madison 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 James Madison University Women's Swimming and Diving have?

4 coaches, led by Dane Pedersen, 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.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for James Madison University?

Admitted students typically score 1170–1340 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the James Madison 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.