Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field
Grand Valley State University (GVSU) · Allendale, Michigan · Public university
Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Grand Valley State University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Grand Valley State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gvsulakers.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
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 67% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Grand Valley State University in Allendale.
- Location
- Allendale, Michigan
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- gvsu.edu
About Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jerry Baltes, the Head Coach, leads the Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field staff of 12 coaches, verified October 2026. Grand Valley State University (GVSU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field as a member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. By event, Lou Andreadis coaches Pole Vault and Alan Peterson coaches 1600m Run, 3200m Run and 800m Dash. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Grand Valley State University is a large public school in Allendale, Michigan with 22,011 undergraduates, a 83% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,198 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jerry Baltes, the Head Coach and Lou Andreadis, the Associate Head Coach - Pole Vault. Grand Valley State University has 12 coaches for Women's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Jerry can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Grand Valley State University typically score 940–1190 on the SAT and 22–30 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 Grand Valley State University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Grand Valley State University D2?
Yes. Grand Valley State University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field, in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Is Grand Valley State University public or private?
Grand Valley State University is a public school in Allendale, Michigan.
What conference is Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field in?
The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Grand Valley State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?
Grand Valley State University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field have?
12 coaches, led by Jerry Baltes, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field?
Jerry Baltes is the Head Coach.
When can Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field?
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 Grand Valley State University cost?
In-state tuition is $15,502 and out-of-state tuition is $21,894 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,198.
What is the Grand Valley State University acceptance rate?
83% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Grand Valley State University?
Admitted students typically score 940–1190 on the SAT and 22–30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Grand Valley State University Women's Track and Field 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.
