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University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country

University of South Carolina, Upstate (USC Upstate) · Spartanburg, South Carolina · Public university

Acceptance rate67%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate43%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,916Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of South Carolina, Upstate who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of South Carolina, Upstate competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big South Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
upstatespartans.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1005–1175
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–26

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Popular majors

AccountingArt Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Managerial EconomicsChemistry, GeneralCommunity Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
43% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor South Carolina residents$11,208
Out-of-state tuition$22,710
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,999
Campus

Where it is

University of South Carolina, Upstate in Spartanburg.

Location
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
uscupstate.edu
Overview

About University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Carson Blackwelder, the Head Coach, leads the University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. University of South Carolina, Upstate (USC Upstate) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Big South Conference. University of South Carolina, Upstate is a public school in Spartanburg, South Carolina with 4,916 undergraduates, a 67% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,999 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Carson Blackwelder, the Head Coach and Hanoj Carter, the Assistant Coach. University of South Carolina, Upstate has 3 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 Carson can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of South Carolina, Upstate typically score 1005–1175 on the SAT and 21–26 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 of South Carolina, Upstate staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University of South Carolina, Upstate D1?

Yes. University of South Carolina, Upstate competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Big South Conference.

Is University of South Carolina, Upstate public or private?

University of South Carolina, Upstate is a public school in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

What conference is University of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country in?

The Big South Conference.

Does University of South Carolina, Upstate offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

University of South Carolina, Upstate 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 of South Carolina, Upstate Men's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Carson Blackwelder, the Head Coach.

How much does University of South Carolina, Upstate cost?

In-state tuition is $11,208 and out-of-state tuition is $22,710 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,999.

What is the University of South Carolina, Upstate acceptance rate?

67% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of South Carolina, Upstate?

Admitted students typically score 1005–1175 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of South Carolina, Upstate 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.