The West Chester University Athletics Hall of Fame was created in 2000 when three of the five existing halls of fame (Baseball, Wrestling, Women's Athletics) were merged under one umbrella. The Killinger Foundation (Football) and Messikomer Foundation (Men's Basketball) still operate separately, but inductees into those halls of fame are included in the WCU Athletics Hall of Fame.
 
In addition, the selection committee followed a charter, established to support the West Chester University Athletics Hall of Fame that profiled a myriad of strict eligibility requirements for former athletes, coaches and administrators to be considered. "Primary" consideration for election to the WCU Athletics Hall of Fame was granted to accomplishments during an individual's tenure as an athlete, coach or administrator while at West Chester University. Honors attained or accomplishments that pre- or post-dated a candidate's time at West Chester University were granted "secondary" consideration.
 
Once the selection committee comprised its recommended list, the names were forwarded to Director of Athletics, Mr. Terry Beattie, for his review and official ratification.