

Willamette University Men's Cross Country
Willamette University (WU) · Salem, Oregon · Private nonprofit university
Willamette University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Willamette University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

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The program
Where Willamette University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Northwest Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- wubearcats.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
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 71% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Willamette University in Salem.
- Location
- Salem, Oregon
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- willamette.edu
About Willamette University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Matt McGuirk, the Head Coach, leads the Willamette University Men's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches. Willamette University (WU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the Northwest Conference. Willamette University is a small private school in Salem, Oregon with 2,180 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Willamette University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Matt McGuirk, the Head Coach and Marissa Pariseau, the Associate Head Coach. Willamette University has 4 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 Matt can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Willamette University typically score 1240–1440 on the SAT and 28–33 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 Willamette University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Willamette University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Willamette University D3?
Yes. Willamette University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the Northwest Conference.
Is Willamette University public or private?
Willamette University is a private nonprofit school in Salem, Oregon.
What conference is Willamette University Men's Cross Country in?
The Northwest Conference.
Does Willamette 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 Willamette University Men's Cross Country have?
4 coaches, led by Matt McGuirk, the Head Coach.
How much does Willamette University cost?
In-state tuition is $50,880 and out-of-state tuition is $50,880 a year.
What is the Willamette University acceptance rate?
77% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Willamette University?
Admitted students typically score 1240–1440 on the SAT and 28–33 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Willamette 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.