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Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field

Lake Forest College (LFC) · Lake Forest, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate57%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate78%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,837Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field coaches

Coaches at Lake Forest College who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Lake Forest College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Midwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
goforesters.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1190–1393
ACTMiddle 50%: 28–32

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Popular majors

African-American/Black StudiesArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAsian Studies/CivilizationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
78% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$55,500
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$29,894
Campus

Where it is

Lake Forest College in Lake Forest.

Location
Lake Forest, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
lakeforest.edu
Overview

About Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Patrick Austin, the Head Track & Field Coach, leads the Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Lake Forest College (LFC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Track and Field as a member of the Midwest Conference. By event, Albert Greene coaches 100m Dash, 200m Dash, 400m Dash, 100m Hurdles and more. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Lake Forest College is a small private school in Lake Forest, Illinois with 1,837 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate and an average net price of $29,894 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Patrick Austin, the Head Track & Field Coach and Jill Wilkerson, the Associate Head Track & Field Coach. Lake Forest College has 4 coaches for Men's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results 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 race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Patrick can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Lake Forest College typically score 1190–1393 on the SAT and 28–32 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 Lake Forest College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.

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Questions

Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field FAQ

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

Is Lake Forest College D3?

Yes. Lake Forest College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Track and Field, in the Midwest Conference.

Is Lake Forest College public or private?

Lake Forest College is a private nonprofit school in Lake Forest, Illinois.

What conference is Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field in?

The Midwest Conference.

Does Lake Forest College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field have?

4 coaches, led by Patrick Austin, the Head Track & Field Coach.

Who is the head coach of Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field?

Patrick Austin is the Head Track & Field Coach.

When can Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field 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 Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field?

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 Lake Forest College cost?

In-state tuition is $55,500 and out-of-state tuition is $55,500 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,894.

What is the Lake Forest College acceptance rate?

57% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Lake Forest College?

Admitted students typically score 1190–1393 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Lake Forest College Men's Track and Field 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026