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Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) · Boca Raton, Florida · Public university

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NCAA IAmerican Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate66%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate63%finish within six years
Undergraduates31,607Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty24 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Florida Atlantic University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Alex SmolkaHead Coach
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Jessica CarterAssistant Coach
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Sonja Friend-UhlAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Florida Atlantic University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
American Athletic Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
fausports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1040–1200
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralArchitectural and Building Sciences/TechnologyArt/Art Studies, GeneralBehavioral NeuroscienceBiological and Physical SciencesBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Required
Student-to-faculty
24 : 1
Graduation rate
63% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Florida residents$2,522
Out-of-state tuition$14,374
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$10,225
Campus

Where it is

Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton.

Location
Boca Raton, Florida
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
fau.edu
Overview

About Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Alex Smolka, the Head Coach, leads the Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Florida Atlantic University (FAU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the American Athletic Conference. Florida Atlantic University is a large public school in Boca Raton, Florida with 31,607 undergraduates, a 66% acceptance rate and an average net price of $10,225 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Alex Smolka, the Head Coach and Jessica Carter, the Assistant Coach. Florida Atlantic University has 3 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Alex can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Florida Atlantic University typically score 1040–1200 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Florida Atlantic University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Florida Atlantic University D1?

Yes. Florida Atlantic University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the American Athletic Conference.

Is Florida Atlantic University public or private?

Florida Atlantic University is a public school in Boca Raton, Florida.

What conference is Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country in?

The American Athletic Conference.

Does Florida Atlantic University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

Florida Atlantic University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Alex Smolka, the Head Coach.

How much does Florida Atlantic University cost?

In-state tuition is $2,522 and out-of-state tuition is $14,374 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,225.

What is the Florida Atlantic University acceptance rate?

66% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Florida Atlantic University?

Admitted students typically score 1040–1200 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.