Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading
Wichita State University (WSU) · Wichita, Kansas · Public university
Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading coaches
Coaches at Wichita State University who recruit Women's Cheerleading, head coach first.
The program
Where Wichita State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- American Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goshockers.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
- 19 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 51% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Wichita State University in Wichita.
- Location
- Wichita, Kansas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wichita.edu
About Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading
How the program competes and what the school is like.
April Banwart, the Head Coach, leads the Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Wichita State University (WSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading as a member of the American Athletic 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. Wichita State University is a large public school in Wichita, Kansas with 16,689 undergraduates, a 94% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,228 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail April Banwart, the Head Coach and Faith Smith, the Assistant Coach. Wichita State University has 4 coaches for Women's Cheerleading, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, tumbling level and stunt skills 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 a skills video with tumbling passes and stunts, with the link near the top so April can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Wichita State University typically score 905–1240 on the SAT and 17–25 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 Wichita State University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
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Email Coach AprilHow cheerleading recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wichita State University D1?
Yes. Wichita State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading, in the American Athletic Conference.
Is Wichita State University public or private?
Wichita State University is a public school in Wichita, Kansas.
What conference is Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading in?
The American Athletic Conference.
Does Wichita State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?
Wichita State 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 Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading have?
4 coaches, led by April Banwart, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading?
April Banwart is the Head Coach.
When can Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading 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 Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading?
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 Wichita State University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,529 and out-of-state tuition is $17,714 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,228.
What is the Wichita State University acceptance rate?
94% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Wichita State University?
Admitted students typically score 905–1240 on the SAT and 17–25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Wichita State University Women's Cheerleading 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.