

La Salle University Women's Rugby
La Salle University (LaSalle) · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
La Salle University Women's Rugby coaches
Coaches at La Salle University who recruit Women's Rugby, head coach first.
The program
Where La Salle University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Atlantic 10 Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goexplorers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Neither Required nor Recommended.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
La Salle University in Philadelphia.
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- lasalle.edu
About La Salle University Women's Rugby
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kelsie McDowell, the Head Coach, leads the La Salle University Women's Rugby staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. La Salle University (LaSalle) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Rugby as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. 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. La Salle University is a private school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 3,153 undergraduates, a 97% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,119 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by La Salle University Women's Rugby
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kelsie McDowell, the Head Coach and Chris Rowell, the Assistant Coach. La Salle University has 2 coaches for Women's Rugby, 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, and team level 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-match clips and a highlight video, with the link near the top so Kelsie can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at La Salle University typically score 1050 – 1268 on the SAT, and testing is neither required nor recommended. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the La Salle University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
Email Coach Kelsie McDowell at La Salle University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach KelsieHow rugby recruiting works on AthleticScholar →La Salle University Women's Rugby FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is La Salle University D1?
Yes. La Salle University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Rugby, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.
Is La Salle University public or private?
La Salle University is a private nonprofit school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What conference is La Salle University Women's Rugby in?
The Atlantic 10 Conference.
Does La Salle University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Rugby?
La Salle 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 La Salle University Women's Rugby have?
2 coaches, led by Kelsie McDowell, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of La Salle University Women's Rugby?
Kelsie McDowell is the Head Coach.
When can La Salle University Women's Rugby 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 La Salle University Women's Rugby?
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 La Salle University cost?
In-state tuition is $36,000 and out-of-state tuition is $36,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,119.
What is the La Salle University acceptance rate?
97% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for La Salle University?
Admitted students typically score 1050 – 1268 on the SAT.
How do I contact the La Salle University Women's Rugby 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.





