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University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country

University of Notre Dame (Notre Dame) · Notre Dame, Indiana · Private nonprofit university

Elite Program
NCAA IDivision I-A Independents
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Acceptance rate11%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate95%finish within six years
Undergraduates13,042Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty8 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of Notre Dame who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of Notre Dame competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Division I-A Independents
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
fightingirish.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1455–1560
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–35

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Popular majors

AccountingAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAncient/Classical Greek Language and LiteratureAnthropology, GeneralArchitectureArt History, Criticism and Conservation
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
8 : 1
Graduation rate
95% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$64,518
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$29,083
Campus

Where it is

University of Notre Dame in Notre Dame.

Location
Notre Dame, Indiana
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Website
nd.edu
Overview

About University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Chris Neal, the Head Men's Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach, leads the University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches. University of Notre Dame (Notre Dame) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Division I-A Independents. University of Notre Dame is a large private school in Notre Dame, Indiana with 13,042 undergraduates, a 11% acceptance rate and an average net price of $29,083 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Chris Neal, the Head Men's Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach and Matt Sparks, the Hatherly-Piane Director of Track & Field and Cross Country. University of Notre Dame 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 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 Chris can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Notre Dame typically score 1455–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 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 University of Notre Dame staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University of Notre Dame D1?

Yes. University of Notre Dame competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Division I-A Independents.

Is University of Notre Dame public or private?

University of Notre Dame is a private nonprofit school in Notre Dame, Indiana.

What conference is University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country in?

The Division I-A Independents.

Does University of Notre Dame offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

University of Notre Dame 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 University of Notre Dame Men's Cross Country have?

5 coaches, led by Chris Neal, the Head Men's Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach.

How much does University of Notre Dame cost?

In-state tuition is $64,518 and out-of-state tuition is $64,518 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,083.

What is the University of Notre Dame acceptance rate?

11% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Notre Dame?

Admitted students typically score 1455–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Notre Dame 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.