Campus Overview

Springfield College is a mid-sized private college known for its strong commitment to holistic education and community service, located in Springfield, Massachusetts. With approximately 3,500 undergraduate students, the college offers an intimate academic environment with personalized attention.


Location & Setting Located in Springfield, the campus is situated in a suburban setting within a mid-sized city, offering a balanced environment between urban amenities and a structured campus experience. The city provides easy access to cultural resources and regional transportation.

Campus Life Campus life is community-oriented, with most students living on campus in traditional residence halls. The college emphasizes personal development and social engagement, offering numerous clubs, activities, and service opportunities. While not a major party school, students enjoy active social programming and close-knit residential communities.

Student Body The student population is diverse, drawing students from across New England and nationally, with a notable representation of student-athletes. Students tend to be service-minded, academically motivated, and interested in health, education, and human performance disciplines.

Academics Springfield College is particularly renowned for its health sciences, physical education, and human services programs. The academic environment emphasizes practical learning, with strong internship and hands-on research opportunities. Class sizes are typically small, allowing for significant faculty interaction.

Athletics & Sports Athletics are a central part of campus culture, with a rich tradition in sports like basketball, soccer, and volleyball. The college competes at the NCAA Division III level, emphasizing athletic participation, personal growth, and team spirit over elite competition.

Lifestyle & Weather The campus experiences typical New England weather, with cold winters and mild summers. While a car can be helpful, the campus is walkable and has decent public transportation. Nearby outdoor recreation includes hiking in local parks, access to regional skiing, and proximity to cultural attractions in Springfield and neighboring cities.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D3 Unranked
Conference
New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference
Coach
Mia Olsen

School

Type
Private
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Common Majors:
Health Professions (38%)
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (37%)
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (29%)
• Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General (26%)
• Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (4%)
• Health and Medical Administrative Services (4%)
Recreation (21%)
Business (9%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (50%)
Finance and Financial Management Services (23%)
• Marketing (13%)
• Accounting and Related Services (10%)
• Business/Commerce, General (3%)
Psychology (8%)
Homeland Security (5%)

Student Body

Total
2,777
Undergrad
69%
Demographics
49% women
Student:Faculty
11:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science (0.2%)
Psychology (7.7%)
Biology (1.9%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (59.3%)
French

Academics

Admission Rate
70%
SAT Median
1,165
SAT Range
1,070-1,260
Retention
84%
Graduation
68%

Costs

In-State
$43,707
Out-of-State
$43,707
Room & Board
$14,202
Avg Net Price
$29,187
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Cold
HighLow
January35°16°
April60°35°
July85°61°
October63°39°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
City (City: Midsize)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
122 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Mia Olsen Head Coach View Bio
Brooke Szafran Assistant Coach View Bio
Maura Tumelty Graduate Assistant Coach View Bio

Roster Breakdown

28 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 50% (14 players)
US Out-of-State: 50% (14 players)
Massachusetts: 50% (14 players)
Connecticut: 32% (9 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 9 (32.1%)
Forward/Midfielder: 3 (10.7%)
Midfielder: 3 (10.7%)
Midfielder/Defender: 6 (21.4%)
Defender: 4 (14.3%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (10.7%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 9 (32.1%)
Sophomore: 4 (14.3%)
Junior: 11 (39.3%)
Senior: 4 (14.3%)

Full Roster (28 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
00 Sam Orcutt GK Fy. 5-6 Forestdale, Mass. Sturgis Charter
1 Maggie Horn M Fy. 5-5 Marlborough, Mass. Marlborough
2 Sarah Healy F Sr. 5-2 Niantic, Conn. East Lyme
3 Audrey Hayes F Sr. 5-7 Holden, Mass. Sutton
4 Ava Coppola F Jr. 5-6 Southington, Conn. Southington
5 Bethie Boone F Jr. 5-5 Holden, Mass. Lunenburg
6 Hailey Gaydos F Jr. 5-8 Newington, Conn. Newington
7 Emily Gorsuch M Jr. 5-3 Yarmouth Port, Mass. Saint John Paul II
8 Rory McGinley M/D Jr. 5-5 North Attleboro, Mass. North Attleboro
9 Kristyn Vasselin M/D Jr. 5-4 Hudson, Mass. Hudson
10 Kate O'Connor F/M So. 5-4 Hampden, Mass. Minnechaug Regional
11 Samara Skully M/F Jr. 5-6 East Rochester, N.Y. East Rochester Jr./Sr.
12 Amber Wolkner D Jr. 5-6 Farmington, Conn. Farmington
13 Emma Spagnolo D So. 5-2 Atlantic Highlands, N.J. Henry Hudson Regional
14 Kaelin Cerasuolo M Jr. 5-3 Hampden, Mass. Minnechaug Regional
16 Camdyn Despres F/M Fy. 5-2 Chichester, NH Bishop Brady
17 Clare Moore M/D Fy. 5-5 New Preston, Conn. Shepaug Valley
18 Sarah Goldstein F Fy. 5-4 Cheshire, Conn. Cheshire
19 Sophia Sares F Jr. 5-5 East Longmeadow, Mass. East Longmeadow
20 Maya Wresien D/M Jr. 5-7 Wallingford, Conn. Mark T. Sheehan
21 Emma Kibbe D/M So. 5-4 Lunenburg, Mass. Lunenburg
22 Natalie Gower D So. 5-6 Boonton, N.J. Mountain Lakes
23 Nicolette Morlock D/M Sr. 5-3 Rexford, N.Y. Shenendehowa
24 Alyssa Forget F Fy. 5-4 Bellingham, Mass. Bellingham
25 Maddie O'Brien D Fy. 5-4 Franklin, Mass. Franklin
27 Rachel Simkewicz F Fy. 5-2 Westminster, Mass. Oakmont Regional
40 Katie Rhodes GK Fy. 5-8 Trumbull, Conn. Trumbull
99 Kaitlyn Parent GK Sr. 5-5 Glastonbury, Conn. Glastonbury