Valparaiso University Women's Dance
Valparaiso University (Valpo) · Valparaiso, Indiana · Private nonprofit university
Valparaiso University Women's Dance coaches
Coaches at Valparaiso University who recruit Women's Dance, head coach first.
The program
Where Valparaiso University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Pioneer Football League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- valpoathletics.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
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 70% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Valparaiso University in Valparaiso.
- Location
- Valparaiso, Indiana
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Lutheran Church in America
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- valpo.edu
About Valparaiso University Women's Dance
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kaylee Pancek, the Spirit Squad Coordinator and Head Cheer and Dance Coach, leads the Valparaiso University Women's Dance staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Valparaiso University (Valpo) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Dance as a member of the Pioneer Football League. 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. Valparaiso University is a small private school in Valparaiso, Indiana with 2,579 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,168 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Valparaiso University Women's Dance
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kaylee Pancek, the Spirit Squad Coordinator and Head Cheer and Dance Coach. Valparaiso University has 2 coaches for Women's Dance, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your styles, years of training and competition placements 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 solo performance and a technique reel, with the link near the top so Kaylee can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Valparaiso University typically score 1060–1280 on the SAT and 23–31 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 Valparaiso University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
Email Coach Kaylee Pancek at Valparaiso University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach KayleeHow dance recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Valparaiso University Women's Dance FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Valparaiso University D1?
Yes. Valparaiso University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Dance, in the Pioneer Football League.
Is Valparaiso University public or private?
Valparaiso University is a private nonprofit school in Valparaiso, Indiana.
What conference is Valparaiso University Women's Dance in?
The Pioneer Football League.
Does Valparaiso University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Dance?
Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso University Women's Dance have?
2 coaches, led by Kaylee Pancek, the Spirit Squad Coordinator and Head Cheer and Dance Coach.
Who is the head coach of Valparaiso University Women's Dance?
Kaylee Pancek is the Spirit Squad Coordinator and Head Cheer and Dance Coach.
When can Valparaiso University Women's Dance 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 Valparaiso University Women's Dance?
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 Valparaiso University cost?
In-state tuition is $46,940 and out-of-state tuition is $46,940 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,168.
What is the Valparaiso University acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Valparaiso University?
Admitted students typically score 1060–1280 on the SAT and 23–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Valparaiso University Women's Dance 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.
