Campus Overview

The College of Wooster is a small, selective liberal arts college nestled in the charming town of Wooster, Ohio. With approximately 2,000 students, it offers an intimate academic environment characterized by personalized education and strong faculty-student relationships.


Location & Setting Located in a rural/small-town setting in northeast Ohio, Wooster sits in a picturesque agricultural region. The campus is situated within the town of Wooster, providing a classic small-college environment with easy access to local amenities while maintaining a close-knit community feel.

Campus Life The small student body creates an extremely tight-knit social environment with close interpersonal connections. On-campus housing is a significant part of student life, with most students living on campus, fostering strong community bonds. While Greek life exists, it's not dominant, and campus activities tend to be collaborative and inclusive.

Student Body Predominantly drawn from Ohio and surrounding Midwestern states, the student population is typically academically motivated and intellectually curious. The college attracts students interested in comprehensive liberal arts education, with a strong emphasis on independent thinking and research.

Academics Wooster is renowned for its Independent Study program, where every senior completes a year-long research project or thesis. The college is particularly strong in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, with a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and research skills.

Athletics & Sports Competing in NCAA Division III, Wooster offers a range of competitive sports teams with a focus on student-athlete academic success. While not a powerhouse athletic program, the school provides meaningful opportunities for student-athletes to compete while maintaining academic excellence.

Lifestyle & Weather Typical Midwestern climate with cold winters and mild summers. A car can be helpful but isn't absolutely necessary due to the compact campus and town layout. Outdoor activities include hiking, cycling, and exploring the surrounding rural landscape. Campus and town are quite walkable, with most essential services within easy reach.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D3 Unranked
Conference
North Coast Athletic Conference
Coach
Lauren Voigt
Recruiting Events:
Disney Showcase 2026

School

Type
Private
Classification
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Common Majors:
Social Sciences (21%)
Political Science and Government (41%)
Sociology (16%)
• Economics (14%)
• Anthropology (13%)
• International Relations and National Security Studies (8%)
• Archeology (5%)
• Urban Studies/Affairs (3%)
Biology (18%)
Psychology (9%)
Computer Science (6%)
Communication (6%)

Student Body

Total
1,876
Undergrad
100%
Demographics
52% women
Student:Faculty
10:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science (2.0%)
Psychology (8.6%)
Biology (18.2%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (1.5%)
French (1.5%)

Academics

Admission Rate
54%
SAT Median
1,350
SAT Range
1,250-1,450
ACT Median
29
Retention
81%
Graduation
74%

Costs

In-State
$59,550
Out-of-State
$59,550
Room & Board
$14,000
Avg Net Price
$25,766
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Moderate
HighLow
January35°18°
April61°38°
July84°60°
October64°40°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
Town (Town: Distant)
Nearest City
Columbus, OH
Distance
81 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Lauren Voigt Head Coach View Bio
Amber Dejonge Assistant Coach View Bio

Roster Breakdown

15 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 27% (4 players)
US Out-of-State: 60% (9 players)
International: 13% (2 players)
Ohio: 27% (4 players)
Pennsylvania: 20% (3 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 3 (20.0%)
Forward/Midfielder: 2 (13.3%)
Midfielder: 3 (20.0%)
Midfielder/Defender: 4 (26.7%)
Defender: 1 (6.7%)
Goalkeeper: 2 (13.3%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 1 (6.7%)
Sophomore: 3 (20.0%)
Junior: 6 (40.0%)
Senior: 5 (33.3%)

Full Roster (15 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
3 Cate Barkdoll GK Sr. - Oak Park, Ill. Oak Park & River Forest
5 Coco Rodríguez F Sr. - Washington, D.C. Woodrow Wilson
6 Lizzie Hardy M/F Sr. - Gibsonia, Pa. Aquinas Academy of Pittsburgh
7 Allie Toombs F Jr. - St. Louis, Mo. Parkway West
8 Brooke Benjamin D/M Jr. - Avondale, Pa. Avon Grove
9 Natalie Katzenmeyer M Sr. - Stow, Ohio Stow-Munroe Falls
10 Audrey McKenna M Jr. - Oak Park, Ill. Oak Park & River Forest
11 Izzie Kline F/M Fr. - Dayton, Ohio Oakwood
12 Addison Fletcher M/D So. - Binbrook, Ontario Bishop Ryan
14 Emily Wachowiak D/M So. - Wexford, Pa. North Allegheny
15 Naledi Jani M Jr. - Harare, Zimbabwe Peterhouse Girls School
17 Melinda Lazenby D/M Jr. - Rochester, N.Y. Brighton
18 Frankie Zehnal F So. - Columbus, Ohio Bexley
21 Joey Beckerman D Sr. - Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. Grosse Pointe South
73 Noa Kauffman GK Jr. - New Albany, Ohio New Albany