Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance
Wayland Baptist University (WBU) · Plainview, Texas · Private nonprofit university
Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance coaches
Coaches at Wayland Baptist University who recruit Women's Dance, head coach first.
The program
Where Wayland Baptist University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Sooner Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- wbuathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 19% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Wayland Baptist University in Plainview.
- Location
- Plainview, Texas
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Southern Baptist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wbu.edu
About Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Elexia Ruiz, the Head Coach, leads the Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Wayland Baptist University (WBU) competes in NAIA Women's Dance as a member of the Sooner Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Wayland Baptist University is a small private school in Plainview, Texas with 2,809 undergraduates, a 56% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,222 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Elexia Ruiz, the Head Coach and Courtney Hudspeth, the Recruiting Coordinator. Wayland Baptist 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a solo performance and a technique reel, with the link near the top so Elexia 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 Wayland Baptist University staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
Email Coach Elexia Ruiz at Wayland Baptist University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach ElexiaHow dance recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wayland Baptist University NAIA?
Yes. Wayland Baptist University competes in NAIA Women's Dance, in the Sooner Athletic Conference.
Is Wayland Baptist University public or private?
Wayland Baptist University is a private nonprofit school in Plainview, Texas.
What conference is Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance in?
The Sooner Athletic Conference.
Does Wayland Baptist University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Dance?
Wayland Baptist University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance have?
2 coaches, led by Elexia Ruiz, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance?
Elexia Ruiz is the Head Coach.
Who is the recruiting coordinator for Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance?
Courtney Hudspeth, Recruiting Coordinator.
When can Wayland Baptist University Women's Dance coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out 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 Wayland Baptist 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 Wayland Baptist University cost?
In-state tuition is $22,054 and out-of-state tuition is $22,054 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,222.
What is the Wayland Baptist University acceptance rate?
56% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Wayland Baptist 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.
