Eastern University Women's Lacrosse
Eastern University (EU) · Saint Davids, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
Eastern University Women's Lacrosse coaches
Coaches at Eastern University who recruit Women's Lacrosse, head coach first.
The program
Where Eastern University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- goeasterneagles.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 21 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 54% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Eastern University in Saint Davids.
- Location
- Saint Davids, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- American Baptist
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- eastern.edu
About Eastern University Women's Lacrosse
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mikala Gillespie, the Head Coach, leads the Eastern University Women's Lacrosse staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Eastern University (EU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Lacrosse as a member of the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Eastern University is a private school in Saint Davids, Pennsylvania with 8,727 undergraduates, a 91% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,900 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Eastern University Women's Lacrosse
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Mikala Gillespie, the Head Coach and Abby Riehman, the Assistant Coach. Eastern University has 3 coaches for Women's Lacrosse, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals, assists and ground balls 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 a highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Mikala 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 Eastern University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Mikala Gillespie at Eastern University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MikalaHow lacrosse recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Eastern University Women's Lacrosse FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Eastern University D3?
Yes. Eastern University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Lacrosse, in the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.
Is Eastern University public or private?
Eastern University is a private nonprofit school in Saint Davids, Pennsylvania.
What conference is Eastern University Women's Lacrosse in?
The Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.
Does Eastern University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Lacrosse?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Eastern University Women's Lacrosse have?
3 coaches, led by Mikala Gillespie, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Eastern University Women's Lacrosse?
Mikala Gillespie is the Head Coach.
When can Eastern University Women's Lacrosse 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 Eastern University Women's Lacrosse?
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 Eastern University cost?
In-state tuition is $37,680 and out-of-state tuition is $37,680 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,900.
What is the Eastern University acceptance rate?
91% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Eastern University Women's Lacrosse 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.
