Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving
Kean University (Kean) · Union, New Jersey · Public university
Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Kean University who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Kean University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- New Jersey Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- keanathletics.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 47% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Kean University in Union.
- Location
- Union, New Jersey
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- kean.edu
About Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Chris Swenson, the Head Coach, leads the Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Kean University (Kean) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Kean University is a large public school in Union, New Jersey with 13,905 undergraduates, a 76% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,708 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Chris Swenson, the Head Coach and David Kessel, the Assistant Coach. Kean University has 5 coaches for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- 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.
- Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Chris can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Kean University typically score 930–1150 on the SAT and 16 – 25 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Kean University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Chris Swenson at Kean University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Kean University D3?
Yes. Kean University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving, in the New Jersey Athletic Conference.
Is Kean University public or private?
Kean University is a public school in Union, New Jersey.
What conference is Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving in?
The New Jersey Athletic Conference.
Does Kean University offer athletic scholarships for Men'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 Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving have?
5 coaches, led by Chris Swenson, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving?
Chris Swenson is the Head Coach.
When can Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. 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 Kean University Men's Swimming and Diving?
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 Kean University cost?
In-state tuition is $11,859 and out-of-state tuition is $20,006 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,708.
What is the Kean University acceptance rate?
76% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Kean University?
Admitted students typically score 930–1150 on the SAT and 16 – 25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Kean University Men'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.
