Yale University Women's Fencing
Yale University (Yale) · New Haven, Connecticut · Private nonprofit university
Yale University Women's Fencing coaches
Coaches at Yale University who recruit Women's Fencing, head coach first.
The program
Where Yale University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Ivy Group
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- yalebulldogs.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
- 5 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 96% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Yale University in New Haven.
- Location
- New Haven, Connecticut
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- yale.edu
About Yale University Women's Fencing
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Marat Israelian, the Head Coach, leads the Yale University Women's Fencing staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Yale University (Yale) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Fencing as a member of the Ivy Group. 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. Yale University is a large private school in New Haven, Connecticut with 15,564 undergraduates, a 4% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,044 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Yale University Women's Fencing
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Marat Israelian, the Head Coach and Aliaksei Likhacheuski, the Assistant Coach. Yale University has 5 coaches for Women's Fencing, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your weapon, USA Fencing rating and national point standings 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 full bouts from recent tournaments, with the link near the top so Marat can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Yale University typically score 1470–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 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 Yale University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email Coach Marat Israelian at Yale University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MaratHow fencing recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Yale University Women's Fencing FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Yale University D1?
Yes. Yale University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Fencing, in the Ivy Group.
Is Yale University public or private?
Yale University is a private nonprofit school in New Haven, Connecticut.
What conference is Yale University Women's Fencing in?
The Ivy Group.
Does Yale University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Fencing?
No. Ivy League schools don't offer athletic scholarships. Financial aid is need-based.
How many coaches does Yale University Women's Fencing have?
5 coaches, led by Marat Israelian, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Yale University Women's Fencing?
Marat Israelian is the Head Coach.
When can Yale University Women's Fencing 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 Yale University Women's Fencing?
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 Yale University cost?
In-state tuition is $67,250 and out-of-state tuition is $67,250 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,044.
What is the Yale University acceptance rate?
4% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Yale University?
Admitted students typically score 1470–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Yale University Women's Fencing 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.
