St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving
St. John's University (SJU) · Queens, New York · Private nonprofit university
St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at St. John's University who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where St. John's University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Big East Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- gojohnnies.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 66% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
St. John's University in Queens.
- Location
- Queens, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- stjohns.edu
About St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ben Gill, the Head Swimming and Diving Coach, leads the St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. St. John's University (SJU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Big East Conference. 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. St. John's University is a large private school in Queens, New York with 19,389 undergraduates, a 83% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,206 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ben Gill, the Head Swimming and Diving Coach and Brayden Slavik, the Assistant Swim & Dive Coach. St. John's University has 2 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 Ben can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at St. John's University typically score 1150–1340 on the SAT and 24–29 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 St. John's University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Ben Gill at St. John's University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach BenHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is St. John's University D1?
Yes. St. John's University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Big East Conference.
Is St. John's University public or private?
St. John's University is a private nonprofit school in Queens, New York.
What conference is St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving in?
The Big East Conference.
Does St. John's University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?
St. John's 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 St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving have?
2 coaches, led by Ben Gill, the Head Swimming and Diving Coach.
Who is the head coach of St. John's University Men's Swimming and Diving?
Ben Gill is the Head Swimming and Diving Coach.
When can St. John's 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 St. John's 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 St. John's University cost?
In-state tuition is $51,919 and out-of-state tuition is $51,919 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,206.
What is the St. John's University acceptance rate?
83% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for St. John's University?
Admitted students typically score 1150–1340 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.
How do I contact the St. John's 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.
