Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving
Colgate University (Colgate) · Hamilton, New York · Private nonprofit university
Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Colgate University who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Colgate University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Patriot League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- colgateathletics.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
- 9 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 91% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Colgate University in Hamilton.
- Location
- Hamilton, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- colgate.edu
About Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ed Pretre, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach, leads the Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Colgate University (Colgate) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Patriot League. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Colgate University is a private school in Hamilton, New York with 3,211 undergraduates, a 14% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,954 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ed Pretre, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach and Jessica Kugelman, the Diving Coach. Colgate University has 4 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Ed can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Colgate 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.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Colgate University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Ed Pretre at Colgate University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach EdHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Colgate University D1?
Yes. Colgate University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Patriot League.
Is Colgate University public or private?
Colgate University is a private nonprofit school in Hamilton, New York.
What conference is Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving in?
The Patriot League.
Does Colgate University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?
Colgate 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 Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving have?
4 coaches, led by Ed Pretre, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.
Who is the head coach of Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving?
Ed Pretre is the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.
When can Colgate University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. 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 Colgate 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 Colgate University cost?
In-state tuition is $69,886 and out-of-state tuition is $69,886 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,954.
What is the Colgate University acceptance rate?
14% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Colgate University?
Admitted students typically score 1430–1540 on the SAT and 33–34 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Colgate 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.
