Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading
Morgan State University (MSU) · Baltimore, Maryland · Public university
Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading coaches
Coaches at Morgan State University who recruit Women's Cheerleading, head coach first.
The program
Where Morgan State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- morganstatebears.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
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 41% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Morgan State University in Baltimore.
- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- morgan.edu
About Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tara Smith, the Head Cheerleading Coach, leads the Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Morgan State University (MSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading as a member of the Mid-Eastern 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. Morgan State University is a large public school in Baltimore, Maryland with 10,739 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,476 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tara Smith, the Head Cheerleading Coach and Danielle Scott, the Assistant Cheerleading Coach. Morgan State University has 2 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 Tara can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Morgan State University typically score 840–1070 on the SAT and 16–21 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 Morgan State University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
Email Coach Tara Smith at Morgan State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach TaraHow cheerleading recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Morgan State University D1?
Yes. Morgan State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading, in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Is Morgan State University public or private?
Morgan State University is a public school in Baltimore, Maryland.
What conference is Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading in?
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Does Morgan State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?
Morgan 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 Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading have?
2 coaches, led by Tara Smith, the Head Cheerleading Coach.
Who is the head coach of Morgan State University Women's Cheerleading?
Tara Smith is the Head Cheerleading Coach.
When can Morgan 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 Morgan 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 Morgan State University cost?
In-state tuition is $5,698 and out-of-state tuition is $16,593 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,476.
What is the Morgan State University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Morgan State University?
Admitted students typically score 840–1070 on the SAT and 16–21 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Morgan 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.
