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University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country

University of South Alabama (South Alabama) · Mobile, Alabama · Public university

Acceptance rate71%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates14,003Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of South Alabama who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of South Alabama competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
usajaguars.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 970–1190
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiomedical Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
19 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Alabama residents$8,976
Out-of-state tuition$17,952
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$16,074
Campus

Where it is

University of South Alabama in Mobile.

Location
Mobile, Alabama
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
southalabama.edu
Overview

About University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Parker Cowles, the Cross Country Head Coach, leads the University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country staff of 8 coaches. University of South Alabama (South Alabama) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. University of South Alabama is a large public school in Mobile, Alabama with 14,003 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,074 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Parker Cowles, the Cross Country Head Coach and Paul Brueske, the Head Coach - Throws. University of South Alabama has 8 coaches for Women'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 Parker can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of South Alabama typically score 970–1190 on the SAT and 20–26 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 Alabama staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University of South Alabama D1?

Yes. University of South Alabama competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Sun Belt Conference.

Is University of South Alabama public or private?

University of South Alabama is a public school in Mobile, Alabama.

What conference is University of South Alabama Women's Cross Country in?

The Sun Belt Conference.

Does University of South Alabama offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

University of South Alabama 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 Alabama Women's Cross Country have?

8 coaches, led by Parker Cowles, the Cross Country Head Coach.

How much does University of South Alabama cost?

In-state tuition is $8,976 and out-of-state tuition is $17,952 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,074.

What is the University of South Alabama acceptance rate?

71% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of South Alabama?

Admitted students typically score 970–1190 on the SAT and 20–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of South Alabama Women'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.