McNeese State University Men's Cross Country
McNeese State University (McNeese) · Lake Charles, Louisiana · Public university
McNeese State University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at McNeese State University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
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The program
Where McNeese State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southland Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- mcneesesports.com
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
- 20 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 47% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
McNeese State University in Lake Charles.
- Location
- Lake Charles, Louisiana
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- mcneese.edu
About McNeese State University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brendon Gilroy, the Head Coach, leads the McNeese State University Men's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches. McNeese State University (McNeese) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Southland Conference. McNeese State University is a public school in Lake Charles, Louisiana with 6,241 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,430 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by McNeese State University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brendon Gilroy, the Head Coach and Alan Foolkes, the Assistant Coach - Cross Country. McNeese State University has 5 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Brendon can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at McNeese State University typically score 940–1198 on the SAT and 18–23 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 McNeese State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
McNeese State University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is McNeese State University D1?
Yes. McNeese State University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Southland Conference.
Is McNeese State University public or private?
McNeese State University is a public school in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
What conference is McNeese State University Men's Cross Country in?
The Southland Conference.
Does McNeese State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
McNeese 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 McNeese State University Men's Cross Country have?
5 coaches, led by Brendon Gilroy, the Head Coach.
How much does McNeese State University cost?
In-state tuition is $5,147 and out-of-state tuition is $6,647 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,430.
What is the McNeese State University acceptance rate?
78% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for McNeese State University?
Admitted students typically score 940–1198 on the SAT and 18–23 on the ACT.
How do I contact the McNeese State 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.