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Pacific Lutheran University Women's Swimming and Diving

Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) · Tacoma, Washington · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate78%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate69%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,797Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Pacific Lutheran University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Pacific Lutheran University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Northwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
golutes.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1040–1260
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–28

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Popular majors

Anthropology, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputational and Applied MathematicsComputer ScienceCreative Writing
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
69% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$50,096
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,841
Campus

Where it is

Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma.

Location
Tacoma, Washington
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Time zone
Pacific
Website
plu.edu
Overview

About Pacific Lutheran University Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Andrew Lum, the Head Coach, leads the Pacific Lutheran University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 4 coaches. Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Northwest Conference. Pacific Lutheran University is a small private school in Tacoma, Washington with 2,797 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,841 a year after aid.

Recruiting

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

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Andrew Lum, the Head Coach and Kaycee Simpson, the Assistant Coach. Pacific Lutheran 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 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 Andrew can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Pacific Lutheran University typically score 1040–1260 on the SAT and 22–28 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 Pacific Lutheran University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Pacific Lutheran University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

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

Is Pacific Lutheran University D3?

Yes. Pacific Lutheran University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Northwest Conference.

Is Pacific Lutheran University public or private?

Pacific Lutheran University is a private nonprofit school in Tacoma, Washington.

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

The Northwest Conference.

Does Pacific Lutheran 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 Pacific Lutheran University Women's Swimming and Diving have?

4 coaches, led by Andrew Lum, the Head Coach.

How much does Pacific Lutheran University cost?

In-state tuition is $50,096 and out-of-state tuition is $50,096 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,841.

What is the Pacific Lutheran University acceptance rate?

78% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Pacific Lutheran University?

Admitted students typically score 1040–1260 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Pacific Lutheran 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.