Campus Overview

East Stroudsburg University (ESU) is a mid-sized public university located in the Pocono Mountains region of Pennsylvania, offering a comprehensive educational experience with a focus on personalized learning and student engagement. With approximately 5,000 undergraduate students, ESU provides an intimate academic environment within a scenic, small-town setting.


Location & Setting Rural/small-town setting in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. Located in East Stroudsburg, a quiet community approximately two hours from both Philadelphia and New York City. The campus offers a scenic, wooded environment with mountain views and easy access to outdoor recreational opportunities.

Campus Life Moderate campus social scene with a mix of on-campus activities and opportunities for off-campus exploration. Approximately 60% of students live on campus, creating a tight-knit community feel. Modest Greek life presence, with several active fraternities and sororities. Weekend activities tend to blend campus events with outdoor recreation and occasional trips to nearby urban areas.

Student Body Predominantly Pennsylvania residents, with a growing number of out-of-state and international students. Diverse student population with strong representation from first-generation college students. Students typically drawn to education, health sciences, business, and athletic programs. Generally collaborative and community-oriented student culture.

Academics Strong emphasis on teaching and student support, with a student-to-faculty ratio of about 16:1. Notable programs include education, health sciences, business, and criminal justice. Offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees with practical, career-focused curriculum. Provides numerous opportunities for hands-on learning and research experiences.

Athletics & Sports Member of NCAA Division II, competing in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). Strong athletic tradition with competitive programs in basketball, soccer, track and field, and wrestling. Robust athletic facilities and emphasis on student-athlete development. Active campus sports culture with good student attendance at sporting events.

Lifestyle & Weather Four distinct seasons with cold winters (average winter temperatures in 20s-30s) and mild summers. Car recommended for full mobility, though campus is walkable. Proximity to Pocono Mountains offers extensive outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, water sports, and camping. Close to state parks and natural areas, providing numerous opportunities for outdoor activities.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D2 Ranked
RPI Rank
#4
2025 Record
In-Region: 16-3
Division II: 16-3
Conference
Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
Coach
Sandy Miller

School

Type
Public
Classification
Master's: Larger Programs
Common Majors:
Health Professions (14%)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (31%)
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (22%)
• Public Health (22%)
• Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (14%)
• Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (7%)
• Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions (4%)
Business (14%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (69%)
Hospitality Administration/Management (15%)
• Accounting and Related Services (8%)
• Finance and Financial Management Services (4%)
• Marketing (4%)
Education (10%)
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (38%)
• Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (37%)
• Special Education and Teaching (25%)
Biology (10%)
Recreation (10%)

Student Body

Total
5,374
Undergrad
86%
Demographics
56% women
Student:Faculty
20:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science
Psychology (7.4%)
Biology (9.9%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (24.0%)
French (0.7%)

Academics

Admission Rate
93%
SAT Median
1,070
SAT Range
970-1,170
ACT Median
22
Retention
71%
Graduation
44%

Costs

In-State
$11,036
Out-of-State
$19,002
Room & Board
$11,154
Avg Net Price
$15,089
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Moderate
HighLow
January36°19°
April62°37°
July84°61°
October63°40°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
Town (Town: Fringe)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
64 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Sandy Miller Head Coach smiller@esu.edu View Bio
Katie Ord Assistant Coach cord@esu.edu View Bio
Dr Kelly Harrison Faculty Mentor View Bio
Olivia Sforza Graduate Assistant View Bio

Roster Breakdown

33 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 67% (22 players)
US Out-of-State: 15% (5 players)
International: 18% (6 players)
Pennsylvania: 67% (22 players)
Netherlands: 12% (4 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 5 (15.2%)
Forward/Midfielder: 7 (21.2%)
Midfielder: 11 (33.3%)
Midfielder/Defender: 2 (6.1%)
Defender: 5 (15.2%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (9.1%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 8 (24.2%)
Sophomore: 7 (21.2%)
Junior: 8 (24.2%)
Senior: 10 (30.3%)

Full Roster (33 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
0 Jet Vermeulen GK Jr. 5-7 Utrecht, Netherlands Beekdal Lyceum
1 Kendall Eggleston F/M Sr. 5-4 Clifton Park, N.Y. Shenendehowa
2 Kayla Minkon M/D Sr. 5-2 Schwenksville, Pa. Perkiomen Valley
3 Bella Viruet B Sr. 5-2 Union, N.J. Boonton
4 Piper Patrick M Fr. 5-3 Elizabethtown, Pa. Elizabethtown Area
5 Logan Oswald F Sr. 5-1 Breinigsville, Pa. Parkland
6 Elaiana Rivera-Lagalla M Sr. 5-8 Boonton, N.J. Boonton
7 Charlotte Simon M/B Sr. 5-5 Cologne, Germany Friedrich-Wilhelm Gymnasium
8 Grace Staples F Fr. 5-0 Stroudsburg, Pa. Stroudsburg
9 Emma Friend F Sr. 5-9 Royersford, Pa. Spring-Ford
10 Nicole Conklin F/M Fr. 5-4 Syracuse, N.Y. Cicero North Syracuse
11 Lisa Pasman F Fr. 5-3 Houten, Netherlands Lek en Linge
12 Caitlyn Moseman B Jr. 5-6 Reading, Pa. Wilson West Lawn
13 Rylie McGrath F Jr. 5-4 King of Prussia, Pa. Upper Merion
14 Avery McGinty M Jr. 5-8 Langhorne, Pa. Neshaminy
15 Hannah Schmittinger B Jr. 5-5 Birdsboro, Pa. Twin Valley
16 Kerry Kaufman M/F Sr. 5-4 Churchville, Pa. Council Rock South
17 Minke Klijn F/M Jr. 5-6 Rotterdam, Netherlands Emmauscollege
18 Jessica Seidel M Sr. 5-3 Schaefferstown, Pa. Eastern Lebanon County
19 Alyvia Yatsko M/D So. 5-2 Harding, Pa. Wyoming Area
20 Julia Cooper B/M Sr. 5-8 Warrington, Pa. Central Bucks South
21 Puck de Ruiter F/M So. 6-0 Santpoort-Zuid, Netherlands Het Schoter
22 Maddie Moline M So. 5-6 Lititz, Pa. Warwick
23 Kylie Moore M Fr. 5-2 Phoenixville, Pa. Phoenixville
24 Sydney Frantz F/M So. 5-6 Palmerton, Pa. Palmerton
25 Delaney Greene M/B Fr. 5-6 Newport, Pa. Newport
26 Megan Rafter B/M So. 5-6 Richboro, Pa. Council Rock South
27 Madyson Baessler B Jr. 5-5 Reading, Pa. Governor Mifflin
28 Alex Eagles B So. 5-6 Cape Town, South Africa Rhenish Girls'
29 Ava Arbakov F/M Fr. 5-3 Langhorne, Pa. Neshaminy
30 Aubrey Wilinsky M/B Fr. 5-5 Muhlenberg, Pa. Muhlenberg High School
61 Sydney Pope GK Jr. 5-5 Elizabethtown, Pa. Elizabethtown
96 Mia Nowlan GK So. 5-7 Port Jefferson Station, N.Y. Comsewogue Senior High School