Wilkes University Men's Wrestling
Wilkes University (WU) · Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
Wilkes University Men's Wrestling coaches
Coaches at Wilkes University who recruit Men's Wrestling, head coach first.
The program
Where Wilkes University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Landmark Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gowilkesu.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
- 13 : 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
Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre.
- Location
- Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- wilkes.edu
About Wilkes University Men's Wrestling
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jon Laudenslager, the Director of Wrestling, leads the Wilkes University Men's Wrestling staff of 9 coaches, verified October 2026. Wilkes University (WU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling as a member of the Landmark Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Wilkes University is a private school in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania with 5,381 undergraduates, a 91% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,508 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Wilkes University Men's Wrestling
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jon Laudenslager, the Director of Wrestling and Cameron Butka, the Assistant Coach. Wilkes University has 9 coaches for Men's Wrestling, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your weight class, record and state or national placements in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude full matches against strong opponents, with the link near the top so Jon can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Wilkes University typically score 1020–1250 on the SAT and 22–29 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 Wilkes University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
Email Coach Jon Laudenslager at Wilkes University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JonHow wrestling recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Wilkes University Men's Wrestling FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wilkes University D3?
Yes. Wilkes University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling, in the Landmark Conference.
Is Wilkes University public or private?
Wilkes University is a private nonprofit school in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
What conference is Wilkes University Men's Wrestling in?
The Landmark Conference.
Does Wilkes University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Wrestling?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Wilkes University Men's Wrestling have?
9 coaches, led by Jon Laudenslager, the Director of Wrestling.
When can Wilkes University Men's Wrestling 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 Wilkes University Men's Wrestling?
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 Wilkes University cost?
In-state tuition is $41,518 and out-of-state tuition is $41,518 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,508.
What is the Wilkes University acceptance rate?
91% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Wilkes University?
Admitted students typically score 1020–1250 on the SAT and 22–29 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Wilkes University Men's Wrestling 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.
