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University at Albany Men's Cross Country

University at Albany (UAlbany) · Albany, New York · Public university

Acceptance rate69%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate61%finish within six years
Undergraduates17,560Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University at Albany Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University at Albany who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University at Albany competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Colonial Athletic Association
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
ualbanysports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1120–1320
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–31

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAtmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
61% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor New York residents$7,070
Out-of-state tuition$27,460
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,949
Campus

Where it is

University at Albany in Albany.

Location
Albany, New York
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
albany.edu
Overview

About University at Albany Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Matt Jones, the Head Coach, leads the University at Albany Men's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches. University at Albany (UAlbany) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. University at Albany is a large public school in Albany, New York with 17,560 undergraduates, a 69% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,949 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University at Albany Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Matt Jones, the Head Coach and Roberto J. Vives, the Director of Track and Field / Cross Country. University at Albany 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 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 Matt can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University at Albany typically score 1120 – 1320 on the SAT and 22 – 31 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 at Albany staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

University at Albany Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University at Albany D1?

Yes. University at Albany competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Colonial Athletic Association.

Is University at Albany public or private?

University at Albany is a public school in Albany, New York.

What conference is University at Albany Men's Cross Country in?

The Colonial Athletic Association.

Does University at Albany offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

University at Albany 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 at Albany Men's Cross Country have?

4 coaches, led by Matt Jones, the Head Coach.

How much does University at Albany cost?

In-state tuition is $7,070 and out-of-state tuition is $27,460 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,949.

What is the University at Albany acceptance rate?

69% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University at Albany?

Admitted students typically score 1120 – 1320 on the SAT and 22 – 31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University at Albany 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.