Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading
Mercyhurst University (MU) · Erie, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading coaches
Coaches at Mercyhurst University who recruit Women's Cheerleading, head coach first.
The program
Where Mercyhurst University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Northeast Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- hurstathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 60% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Mercyhurst University in Erie.
- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- mercyhurst.edu
About Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Michelle Black, the Head Coach, leads the Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Mercyhurst University (MU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading as a member of the Northeast 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. Mercyhurst University is a small private school in Erie, Pennsylvania with 2,632 undergraduates, a 81% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Michelle Black, the Head Coach and Ruthanne Oakes, the Head Coach. Mercyhurst University has 3 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 Michelle can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Mercyhurst University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
Email Coach Michelle Black at Mercyhurst University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MichelleHow cheerleading recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Mercyhurst University D1?
Yes. Mercyhurst University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cheerleading, in the Northeast Conference.
Is Mercyhurst University public or private?
Mercyhurst University is a private nonprofit school in Erie, Pennsylvania.
What conference is Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading in?
The Northeast Conference.
Does Mercyhurst University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cheerleading?
Mercyhurst 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 Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading have?
3 coaches, led by Michelle Black, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Mercyhurst University Women's Cheerleading?
Michelle Black is the Head Coach.
When can Mercyhurst 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 Mercyhurst 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 Mercyhurst University cost?
In-state tuition is $42,840 and out-of-state tuition is $42,840 a year.
What is the Mercyhurst University acceptance rate?
81% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Mercyhurst 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.
