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Central State University Men's Track and Field

Central State University (CSU) · Wilberforce, Ohio · Public university

Acceptance rate99%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate23%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,708Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Central State University Men's Track and Field coaches

Coaches at Central State University who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Central State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
maraudersports.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingAgroecology and Sustainable AgricultureArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer Science
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
23% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Ohio residents$5,638
Out-of-state tuition$7,638
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$11,398
Campus

Where it is

Central State University in Wilberforce.

Location
Wilberforce, Ohio
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
centralstate.edu
Overview

About Central State University Men's Track and Field

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Elliott Lightfoot, the Head Coach, leads the Central State University Men's Track and Field staff of 2 coaches. Central State University (CSU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field as a member of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Central State University is a small public school in Wilberforce, Ohio with 2,708 undergraduates, a 99% acceptance rate and an average net price of $11,398 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Central State University Men's Track and Field

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Elliott Lightfoot, the Head Coach and Lemi Laki, the Assistant Coach. Central State University has 2 coaches for Men's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Elliott can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Central State University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Central State University Men's Track and Field FAQ

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

Is Central State University D2?

Yes. Central State University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field, in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Central State University public or private?

Central State University is a public school in Wilberforce, Ohio.

What conference is Central State University Men's Track and Field in?

The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Central State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?

Central State University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Central State University Men's Track and Field have?

2 coaches, led by Elliott Lightfoot, the Head Coach.

How much does Central State University cost?

In-state tuition is $5,638 and out-of-state tuition is $7,638 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,398.

What is the Central State University acceptance rate?

99% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Central State University Men's Track and Field 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.