La Salle University Men's Track and Field
La Salle University (LaSalle) · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
La Salle University Men's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at La Salle University who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where La Salle University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Atlantic 10 Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goexplorers.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
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
La Salle University in Philadelphia.
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- lasalle.edu
About La Salle University Men's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tom Peterson, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field, leads the La Salle University Men's Track and Field staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. La Salle University (LaSalle) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Track and Field as a member of the Atlantic 10 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. La Salle University is a private school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 3,153 undergraduates, a 97% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,119 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by La Salle University Men's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tom Peterson, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field and Tyler Jakubek, the Associate Head Cross Country and Track Coach. La Salle University 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.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results 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 race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Tom can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at La Salle University typically score 1050 – 1268 on the SAT, 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 La Salle University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Email Coach TomHow track and field recruiting works on AthleticScholar →La Salle University Men's Track and Field FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is La Salle University D1?
Yes. La Salle University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Track and Field, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.
Is La Salle University public or private?
La Salle University is a private nonprofit school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What conference is La Salle University Men's Track and Field in?
The Atlantic 10 Conference.
Does La Salle University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?
La Salle 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 La Salle University Men's Track and Field have?
4 coaches, led by Tom Peterson, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field.
When can La Salle University Men's Track and Field 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 La Salle 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 La Salle University cost?
In-state tuition is $36,000 and out-of-state tuition is $36,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,119.
What is the La Salle University acceptance rate?
97% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for La Salle University?
Admitted students typically score 1050 – 1268 on the SAT.
How do I contact the La Salle 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.
