AthleticScholar Logo
Men's Cross Country colleges
Radford University logo

Radford University Men's Cross Country

Radford University (RU) · Radford, Virginia · Public university

Get started free
Recognized
NCAA IBig South Conference
See coaches for Men's Cross Country
Acceptance rate90%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate49%finish within six years
Undergraduates7,812Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Radford University Men's Cross Country coaches

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

Paul ZalewskiInterim Director of Track & Field and Cross Country
Sign up to message this coach
Anne Akagi-KoonsAssistant Coach - Cross Country & Track & Field
Sign up to message this coach
Lisa DaltonAssistant Coach - Throws
Sign up to message this coach
Assistant Coach - DistanceName shown after you sign up
Sign up to message this coach
4 coaches recruiting Men's Cross Country at Radford UniversityRadford University logo

Message the Radford University coaches without writing a single email

AI writes a personal message to every coach from your own Gmail and follows up until they reply. Free for 7 days.

Start free trial
Athletics

The program

Where Radford University competes and how it ranks.

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

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 940–1160
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–26

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiomedical Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
49% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Virginia residents$8,528
Out-of-state tuition$21,166
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$16,749
Campus

Where it is

Radford University in Radford.

Location
Radford, Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
radford.edu
Overview

About Radford University Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Paul Zalewski, the Interim Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, leads the Radford University Men's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches. Radford University (RU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Big South Conference. Radford University is a public school in Radford, Virginia with 7,812 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,749 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Radford University Men's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Paul Zalewski, the Interim Director of Track & Field and Cross Country and Anne Akagi-Koons, the Assistant Coach - Cross Country & Track & Field. Radford 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.
  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 Paul can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Radford University typically score 940–1160 on the SAT and 19–26 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 Radford University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Paul Zalewski at Radford University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.How cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →
Questions

Radford University Men's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Radford University D1?

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

Is Radford University public or private?

Radford University is a public school in Radford, Virginia.

What conference is Radford University Men's Cross Country in?

The Big South Conference.

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

Radford University 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 Radford University Men's Cross Country have?

4 coaches, led by Paul Zalewski, the Interim Director of Track & Field and Cross Country.

How much does Radford University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,528 and out-of-state tuition is $21,166 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,749.

What is the Radford University acceptance rate?

90% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Radford University?

Admitted students typically score 940–1160 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Radford University 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.