Wheeling University Women's Track and Field
Wheeling University (WU) · Wheeling, West Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Wheeling University Women's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Wheeling University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Wheeling University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Mountain East Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- wucardinals.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 23% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Wheeling University in Wheeling.
- Location
- Wheeling, West Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- wheeling.edu
About Wheeling University Women's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ben Healy, the Head Track & Field - Cross Country Coach, leads the Wheeling University Women's Track and Field staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Wheeling University (WU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field as a member of the Mountain East Conference. By event, Chase Stewart coaches 1600m Run, 3200m Run and 800m Dash and Joseph Bonham coaches High Jump, Long Jump, Pole Vault and Triple Jump. 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. Wheeling University is a small private school in Wheeling, West Virginia with 774 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Wheeling University Women's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ben Healy, the Head Track & Field - Cross Country Coach and Chase Stewart, the Assistant XC/TF Coach - Distance. Wheeling University has 4 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 Ben 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 Wheeling University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Email Coach BenHow track and field recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Wheeling University Women's Track and Field FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wheeling University D2?
Yes. Wheeling University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field, in the Mountain East Conference.
Is Wheeling University public or private?
Wheeling University is a private nonprofit school in Wheeling, West Virginia.
What conference is Wheeling University Women's Track and Field in?
The Mountain East Conference.
Does Wheeling University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?
Wheeling 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 Wheeling University Women's Track and Field have?
4 coaches, led by Ben Healy, the Head Track & Field - Cross Country Coach.
Who is the head coach of Wheeling University Women's Track and Field?
Ben Healy is the Head Track & Field - Cross Country Coach.
When can Wheeling 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 Wheeling 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 Wheeling University cost?
In-state tuition is $29,090 and out-of-state tuition is $29,090 a year.
What is the Wheeling University acceptance rate?
63% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Wheeling 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.
