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Lakeland University Women's Cross Country

Lakeland University (LU) · Plymouth, Wisconsin · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate86%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate42%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,813Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Lakeland University Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Lakeland University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Lakeland University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
lakelandmuskies.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration, Management and Operations, OtherCommunication, GeneralComputational and Applied MathematicsComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralCreative Writing
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
42% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$31,900
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,593
Campus

Where it is

Lakeland University in Plymouth.

Location
Plymouth, Wisconsin
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
United Church of Christ
Time zone
Central
Website
lakeland.edu
Overview

About Lakeland University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Sara Klemme is the Head Men's & Women's Cross Country & Track & Field Coach for Lakeland University Women's Cross Country, verified October 2026. Lakeland University (LU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Lakeland University is a small private school in Plymouth, Wisconsin with 2,813 undergraduates, a 86% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,593 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lakeland University Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Sara Klemme, the Head Men's & Women's Cross Country & Track & Field Coach. Lakeland University has 1 coach for Women's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Sara can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lakeland University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

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Questions

Lakeland University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Lakeland University D3?

Yes. Lakeland University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Is Lakeland University public or private?

Lakeland University is a private nonprofit school in Plymouth, Wisconsin.

What conference is Lakeland University Women's Cross Country in?

The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Does Lakeland University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Lakeland University Women's Cross Country have?

1 coach, led by Sara Klemme, the Head Men's & Women's Cross Country & Track & Field Coach.

Who is the head coach of Lakeland University Women's Cross Country?

Sara Klemme is the Head Men's & Women's Cross Country & Track & Field Coach.

When can Lakeland University Women's Cross Country 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 Lakeland University Women's Cross Country?

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 Lakeland University cost?

In-state tuition is $31,900 and out-of-state tuition is $31,900 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,593.

What is the Lakeland University acceptance rate?

86% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Lakeland University Women's Cross Country 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