Central College Men's Cross Country
Central College (CC) · Pella, Iowa · Private nonprofit university
Central College Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Central College who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
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The program
Where Central College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- American Rivers Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.central
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 66% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Central College in Pella.
- Location
- Pella, Iowa
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Reformed Church in America
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- central.edu
About Central College Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brandon Sturman, the Head Coach, leads the Central College Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Central College (CC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central College is a small private school in Pella, Iowa with 1,084 undergraduates, a 86% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,499 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Central College Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brandon Sturman, the Head Coach and Joe Dunham, the Head Coach. Central College has 3 coaches for Men's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- 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.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Brandon can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Central College typically score 1056–1120 on the SAT and 20–26 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Central College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Central College Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Central College D3?
Yes. Central College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the American Rivers Conference.
Is Central College public or private?
Central College is a private nonprofit school in Pella, Iowa.
What conference is Central College Men's Cross Country in?
The American Rivers Conference.
Does Central College 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 Central College Men's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Brandon Sturman, the Head Coach.
How much does Central College cost?
In-state tuition is $20,988 and out-of-state tuition is $20,988 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,499.
What is the Central College acceptance rate?
86% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Central College?
Admitted students typically score 1056–1120 on the SAT and 20–26 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Central College 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.