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Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading

Mount St. Mary's University (MSM) · Emmitsburg, Maryland · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate74%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate65%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,408Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading coaches

Coaches at Mount St. Mary's University who recruit Women's Cheerleading, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Mount St. Mary's University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
mountathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1046–1280
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–27

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
65% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$47,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$25,298
Campus

Where it is

Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg.

Location
Emmitsburg, Maryland
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Eastern
Website
msmary.edu
Overview

About Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Emily Nield is the Head Cheerleading Coach for Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading, verified October 2026. Mount St. Mary's University (MSM) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading as a member of the Metro Atlantic 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. Mount St. Mary's University is a small private school in Emmitsburg, Maryland with 2,408 undergraduates, a 74% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,298 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Emily Nield, the Head Cheerleading Coach. Mount St. Mary's University has 1 coach for Women's Cheerleading, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. 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.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with tumbling passes and stunts, with the link near the top so Emily can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Mount St. Mary's University typically score 1046–1280 on the SAT and 19–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Mount St. Mary's University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.

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Questions

Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Mount St. Mary's University D1?

Yes. Mount St. Mary's University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

Is Mount St. Mary's University public or private?

Mount St. Mary's University is a private nonprofit school in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

What conference is Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading in?

The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

Does Mount St. Mary's University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?

Mount St. Mary's 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 Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading have?

1 coach, led by Emily Nield, the Head Cheerleading Coach.

Who is the head coach of Mount St. Mary's University Women's Cheerleading?

Emily Nield is the Head Cheerleading Coach.

When can Mount St. Mary's 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 Mount St. Mary's 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 Mount St. Mary's University cost?

In-state tuition is $47,000 and out-of-state tuition is $47,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,298.

What is the Mount St. Mary's University acceptance rate?

74% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Mount St. Mary's University?

Admitted students typically score 1046–1280 on the SAT and 19–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Mount St. Mary's 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026