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Wartburg College Men's Track and Field

Wartburg College (WC) · Waverly, Iowa · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate76%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,483Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Wartburg College Men's Track and Field coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Wartburg College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
American Rivers Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
go-knights.net
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 930–1200
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–27

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCommercial and Advertising Art
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$25,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,321
Campus

Where it is

Wartburg College in Waverly.

Location
Waverly, Iowa
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Time zone
Central
Website
wartburg.edu
Overview

About Wartburg College Men's Track and Field

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Marcus Newsom, the Director of Cross Country and Track and Field, leads the Wartburg College Men's Track and Field staff of 11 coaches, verified October 2026. Wartburg College (WC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Track and Field as a member of the American Rivers Conference. By event, Brody Lovell coaches High Jump, Long Jump and Triple Jump. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Wartburg College is a small private school in Waverly, Iowa with 1,483 undergraduates, a 76% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,321 a year after aid.

Recruiting

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

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Marcus Newsom, the Director of Cross Country and Track and Field and Abby Fliehler, the Assistant Track & Field Coach. Wartburg College has 11 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 Marcus can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Wartburg College typically score 930–1200 on the SAT and 21–27 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 Wartburg College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.

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Questions

Wartburg College Men's Track and Field FAQ

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

Is Wartburg College D3?

Yes. Wartburg College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Track and Field, in the American Rivers Conference.

Is Wartburg College public or private?

Wartburg College is a private nonprofit school in Waverly, Iowa.

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

The American Rivers Conference.

Does Wartburg 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 Wartburg College Men's Track and Field have?

11 coaches, led by Marcus Newsom, the Director of Cross Country and Track and Field.

When can Wartburg 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 Wartburg 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 Wartburg College cost?

In-state tuition is $25,000 and out-of-state tuition is $25,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,321.

What is the Wartburg College acceptance rate?

76% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Wartburg College?

Admitted students typically score 930–1200 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Wartburg 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