Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving
Fairfield University (Fairfield) · Fairfield, Connecticut · Private nonprofit university
Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Fairfield University who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Fairfield University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- fairfieldstags.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
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 84% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Fairfield University in Fairfield.
- Location
- Fairfield, Connecticut
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- fairfield.edu
About Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jake Lichter, the Head Coach, leads the Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Fairfield University (Fairfield) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic 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. Fairfield University is a private school in Fairfield, Connecticut with 6,864 undergraduates, a 33% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jake Lichter, the Head Coach and Emma Brown, the Associate Head Coach. Fairfield University has 4 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores 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 links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Jake can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Fairfield University typically score 1260–1390 on the SAT and 29–32 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 Fairfield University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Jake Lichter at Fairfield University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JakeHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Fairfield University D1?
Yes. Fairfield University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Is Fairfield University public or private?
Fairfield University is a private nonprofit school in Fairfield, Connecticut.
What conference is Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving in?
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Does Fairfield University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?
Fairfield 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 Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving have?
4 coaches, led by Jake Lichter, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving?
Jake Lichter is the Head Coach.
When can Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving 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 Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving?
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 Fairfield University cost?
In-state tuition is $57,450 and out-of-state tuition is $57,450 a year.
What is the Fairfield University acceptance rate?
33% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Fairfield University?
Admitted students typically score 1260–1390 on the SAT and 29–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Fairfield University Women's Swimming and Diving 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.
