Northwood University Men's Track and Field
Northwood University (NU) · Midland, Michigan · Private nonprofit university
Northwood University Men's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Northwood University who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Northwood University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Midwest Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gonorthwood.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Neither Required nor Recommended.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 63% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Northwood University in Midland.
- Location
- Midland, Michigan
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- northwood.edu
About Northwood University Men's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Heather Johnson, the Associate Head Coach - Sprints - Hurdles - Relays, leads the Northwood University Men's Track and Field staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Northwood University (NU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field as a member of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. By event, Heather Johnson coaches 100m Dash, 100m Hurdles, 110m Hurdles, 200m Dash and more and Isaiah Schafer coaches Discus, Javelin and Shot Put. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Northwood University is a small private school in Midland, Michigan with 2,409 undergraduates, a 65% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,429 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Northwood University Men's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Heather Johnson, the Associate Head Coach - Sprints - Hurdles - Relays and Garrett Lacy, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country. Northwood University has 5 coaches for Men's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Heather can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Northwood University typically score 950 – 1160 on the SAT and 17 – 23 on the ACT, and testing is neither required nor recommended. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Northwood University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Northwood University D2?
Yes. Northwood University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field, in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Is Northwood University public or private?
Northwood University is a private nonprofit school in Midland, Michigan.
What conference is Northwood University Men's Track and Field in?
The Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Does Northwood University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?
Northwood University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Northwood University Men's Track and Field have?
5 coaches, led by Heather Johnson, the Associate Head Coach - Sprints - Hurdles - Relays.
Who is the head coach of Northwood University Men's Track and Field?
Heather Johnson is the Associate Head Coach - Sprints - Hurdles - Relays.
When can Northwood University Men's Track and Field coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Northwood University 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 Northwood University cost?
In-state tuition is $32,800 and out-of-state tuition is $32,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,429.
What is the Northwood University acceptance rate?
65% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Northwood University?
Admitted students typically score 950 – 1160 on the SAT and 17 – 23 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Northwood University 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.
