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Smith College Men's Cross Country

Smith College (Smith) · Northampton, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate21%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate89%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,857Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty8 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Smith College Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Smith College who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Smith College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
gosmithbears.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1420–1540
ACTMiddle 50%: 32–35

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Popular majors

African-American/Black StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArchitectural StudiesArt History, Criticism and ConservationAstronomyBiochemistry
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
8 : 1
Graduation rate
89% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$64,870
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$27,823
Campus

Where it is

Smith College in Northampton.

Location
Northampton, Massachusetts
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
smith.edu
Overview

About Smith College Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jack Wood, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field, leads the Smith College Men's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches. Smith College (Smith) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Smith College is a small private school in Northampton, Massachusetts with 2,857 undergraduates, a 21% acceptance rate and an average net price of $27,823 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Smith College Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jack Wood, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field and Eric Pfalzgraf, the Assistant Coach. Smith College has 4 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Jack can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Smith College typically score 1420–1540 on the SAT and 32–35 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 Smith College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

Smith College Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Smith College D3?

Yes. Smith College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.

Is Smith College public or private?

Smith College is a private nonprofit school in Northampton, Massachusetts.

What conference is Smith College Men's Cross Country in?

The New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.

Does Smith 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 Smith College Men's Cross Country have?

4 coaches, led by Jack Wood, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field.

How much does Smith College cost?

In-state tuition is $64,870 and out-of-state tuition is $64,870 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $27,823.

What is the Smith College acceptance rate?

21% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Smith College?

Admitted students typically score 1420–1540 on the SAT and 32–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Smith College 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.