Davenport University Men's Rowing
Davenport University (DU) · Grand Rapids, Michigan · Private nonprofit university
Davenport University Men's Rowing coaches
Coaches at Davenport University who recruit Men's Rowing, head coach first.
The program
Where Davenport University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- dupanthers.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Davenport University in Grand Rapids.
- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- davenport.edu
About Davenport University Men's Rowing
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Connor Birchmeier, the Head Coach, leads the Davenport University Men's Rowing staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Davenport University (DU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Rowing as a member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Davenport University is a private school in Grand Rapids, Michigan with 4,815 undergraduates, a 98% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,799 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Davenport University Men's Rowing
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Connor Birchmeier, the Head Coach and Brad Agee, the Assistant Coach - Men's. Davenport University has 4 coaches for Men's Rowing, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your 2K erg time, height and weight, and side in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a video of you rowing in a boat or on the erg, with the link near the top so Connor can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Davenport University staff after a week, and again after your next regatta with updated results.
Email Coach Connor Birchmeier at Davenport University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach ConnorHow rowing recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Davenport University Men's Rowing FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Davenport University D2?
Yes. Davenport University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Rowing, in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Is Davenport University public or private?
Davenport University is a private nonprofit school in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
What conference is Davenport University Men's Rowing in?
The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Davenport University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Rowing?
Davenport University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Davenport University Men's Rowing have?
4 coaches, led by Connor Birchmeier, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Davenport University Men's Rowing?
Connor Birchmeier is the Head Coach.
When can Davenport University Men's Rowing coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Davenport University Men's Rowing?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Davenport University cost?
In-state tuition is $23,376 and out-of-state tuition is $23,376 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,799.
What is the Davenport University acceptance rate?
98% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Davenport University Men's Rowing 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.