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Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving

Washington & Lee University (W&L) · Lexington, Virginia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate14%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate94%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,241Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty7 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Washington & Lee University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Old Dominion Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
generalssports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1430–1540
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–34

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Popular majors

Accounting and Business/ManagementArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer Science
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
7 : 1
Graduation rate
94% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$66,800
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,667
Campus

Where it is

Washington & Lee University in Lexington.

Location
Lexington, Virginia
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
wlu.edu
Overview

About Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Kami Gardner, the Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach, leads the Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 3 coaches. Washington & Lee University (W&L) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Washington & Lee University is a small private school in Lexington, Virginia with 2,241 undergraduates, a 14% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,667 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Kami Gardner, the Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach and Alex Henderson, the Assistant Men's and Women's Swimming Coach. Washington & Lee University has 3 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 Kami can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Washington & Lee University typically score 1430–1540 on the SAT and 33–34 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 Washington & Lee University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

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

Is Washington & Lee University D3?

Yes. Washington & Lee University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.

Is Washington & Lee University public or private?

Washington & Lee University is a private nonprofit school in Lexington, Virginia.

What conference is Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving in?

The Old Dominion Athletic Conference.

Does Washington & Lee 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 Washington & Lee University Women's Swimming and Diving have?

3 coaches, led by Kami Gardner, the Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach.

How much does Washington & Lee University cost?

In-state tuition is $66,800 and out-of-state tuition is $66,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,667.

What is the Washington & Lee University acceptance rate?

14% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Washington & Lee University?

Admitted students typically score 1430–1540 on the SAT and 33–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Washington & Lee 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.