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University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country

University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) · Santa Cruz, California · Public university

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Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIIDivision III Independents
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Acceptance rate66%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate75%finish within six years
Undergraduates19,938Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty22 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of California, Santa Cruz who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Vijay SaxenaDirector of Track & Field - Cross Country
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Bill WhitakerAssistant Coach - Pole Vault
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Charlie Vernoy-GingAssistant Coach - Throws
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Athletics

The program

Where University of California, Santa Cruz competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Division III Independents
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
ucsbgauchos.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Agroecology and Sustainable AgricultureAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralApplied LinguisticsApplied Mathematics, GeneralArcheologyArt History, Criticism and Conservation
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
22 : 1
Graduation rate
75% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor California residents$12,260
Out-of-state tuition$44,148
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,059
Campus

Where it is

University of California, Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz.

Location
Santa Cruz, California
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
ucsc.edu
Overview

About University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Vijay Saxena, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country, leads the University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches. University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the Division III Independents. University of California, Santa Cruz is a large public school in Santa Cruz, California with 19,938 undergraduates, a 66% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,059 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Vijay Saxena, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country and Bill Whitaker, the Assistant Coach - Pole Vault. University of California, Santa Cruz has 5 coaches for Men's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Vijay can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of California, Santa Cruz staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of California, Santa Cruz D3?

Yes. University of California, Santa Cruz competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the Division III Independents.

Is University of California, Santa Cruz public or private?

University of California, Santa Cruz is a public school in Santa Cruz, California.

What conference is University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country in?

The Division III Independents.

Does University of California, Santa Cruz offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country have?

5 coaches, led by Vijay Saxena, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country.

How much does University of California, Santa Cruz cost?

In-state tuition is $12,260 and out-of-state tuition is $44,148 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,059.

What is the University of California, Santa Cruz acceptance rate?

66% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the University of California, Santa Cruz Men's Cross Country 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.