Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey
Alvernia University (AU) · Reading, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey coaches
Coaches at Alvernia University who recruit Women's Ice Hockey, head coach first.
The program
Where Alvernia University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- auwolves.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
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 56% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Alvernia University in Reading.
- Location
- Reading, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- alvernia.edu
About Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Josh Brandwene, the Head Coach, leads the Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Alvernia University (AU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey as a member of the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Alvernia University is a small private school in Reading, Pennsylvania with 2,796 undergraduates, a 58% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,166 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Josh Brandwene, the Head Coach and Ashley Magill, the Assistant Coach. Alvernia University has 5 coaches for Women's Ice Hockey, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, league and season stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude shift clips from recent games, with the link near the top so Josh can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Alvernia University typically score 1093–1286 on the SAT, 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 Alvernia University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Josh Brandwene at Alvernia University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JoshHow ice hockey recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Alvernia University D3?
Yes. Alvernia University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey, in the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.
Is Alvernia University public or private?
Alvernia University is a private nonprofit school in Reading, Pennsylvania.
What conference is Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey in?
The Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.
Does Alvernia University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Ice Hockey?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey have?
5 coaches, led by Josh Brandwene, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey?
Josh Brandwene is the Head Coach.
When can Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey 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 Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey?
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 Alvernia University cost?
In-state tuition is $43,000 and out-of-state tuition is $43,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,166.
What is the Alvernia University acceptance rate?
58% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Alvernia University?
Admitted students typically score 1093–1286 on the SAT.
How do I contact the Alvernia University Women's Ice Hockey 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.
