Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field
Seattle Pacific University (SPU) · Seattle, Washington · Private nonprofit university
Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Seattle Pacific University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Seattle Pacific University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Northwest Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- spufalcons.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 62% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Seattle Pacific University in Seattle.
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Free Methodist
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- spu.edu
About Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Karl Lerum, the Cross Country / Track & Field Head Coach, leads the Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Seattle Pacific University (SPU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field as a member of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference. 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. Seattle Pacific University is a small private school in Seattle, Washington with 2,261 undergraduates, a 83% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Karl Lerum, the Cross Country / Track & Field Head Coach and Eric Hansen, the Cross Country / Track & Field Assistant Coach. Seattle Pacific University has 3 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 Karl 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 Seattle Pacific University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Email Coach KarlHow track and field recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Seattle Pacific University D2?
Yes. Seattle Pacific University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field, in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.
Is Seattle Pacific University public or private?
Seattle Pacific University is a private nonprofit school in Seattle, Washington.
What conference is Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field in?
The Great Northwest Athletic Conference.
Does Seattle Pacific University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?
Seattle Pacific 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 Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field have?
3 coaches, led by Karl Lerum, the Cross Country / Track & Field Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Seattle Pacific University Women's Track and Field?
Karl Lerum is the Cross Country / Track & Field Head Coach.
When can Seattle Pacific 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 Seattle Pacific 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 Seattle Pacific University cost?
In-state tuition is $39,492 and out-of-state tuition is $39,492 a year.
What is the Seattle Pacific University acceptance rate?
83% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Seattle Pacific 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.
