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Georgia State University Men's Cross Country

Georgia State University (GSU) · Atlanta, Georgia · Public university

Acceptance rate55%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates34,944Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty25 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Georgia State University Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Georgia State University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Georgia State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
georgiastatesports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 940–1180
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–26

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
25 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Georgia residents$7,344
Out-of-state tuition$23,520
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$16,854
Campus

Where it is

Georgia State University in Atlanta.

Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
gsu.edu
Overview

About Georgia State University Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Charnay Ryland, the Director of XC/Track & Field, leads the Georgia State University Men's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches. Georgia State University (GSU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. Georgia State University is a large public school in Atlanta, Georgia with 34,944 undergraduates, a 55% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,854 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Georgia State University Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Charnay Ryland, the Director of XC/Track & Field and Victoria Gonzales, the Assistant Coach - Cross Country & Distance. Georgia State University has 2 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 Charnay can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Georgia State University typically score 940–1180 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Georgia State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Georgia State University Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Georgia State University D1?

Yes. Georgia State University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Sun Belt Conference.

Is Georgia State University public or private?

Georgia State University is a public school in Atlanta, Georgia.

What conference is Georgia State University Men's Cross Country in?

The Sun Belt Conference.

Does Georgia State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

Georgia State 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 Georgia State University Men's Cross Country have?

2 coaches, led by Charnay Ryland, the Director of XC/Track & Field.

How much does Georgia State University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,344 and out-of-state tuition is $23,520 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,854.

What is the Georgia State University acceptance rate?

55% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Georgia State University?

Admitted students typically score 940–1180 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Georgia State University 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.