Houghton University Men's Cross Country
Houghton University (HU) · Houghton, New York · Private nonprofit university
Houghton University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Houghton University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
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The program
Where Houghton University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Empire Eight
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.houghton
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
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 65% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Houghton University in Houghton.
- Location
- Houghton, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Wesleyan
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- houghton.edu
About Houghton University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kari Elliott, the Head Coach, leads the Houghton University Men's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches. Houghton University (HU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the Empire Eight. Houghton University is a small private school in Houghton, New York with 1,200 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,358 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Houghton University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kari Elliott, the Head Coach and Tabitha Clark, the Assistant Coach. Houghton 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.
- 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 Kari can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Houghton University typically score 1170–1375 on the SAT and 26–31 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 Houghton University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Houghton University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Houghton University D3?
Yes. Houghton University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the Empire Eight.
Is Houghton University public or private?
Houghton University is a private nonprofit school in Houghton, New York.
What conference is Houghton University Men's Cross Country in?
The Empire Eight.
Does Houghton University 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 Houghton University Men's Cross Country have?
2 coaches, led by Kari Elliott, the Head Coach.
How much does Houghton University cost?
In-state tuition is $17,800 and out-of-state tuition is $17,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,358.
What is the Houghton University acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Houghton University?
Admitted students typically score 1170–1375 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Houghton 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.