Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country
Ottawa University, Surprise (OU) · Surprise, Arizona · Private nonprofit university
Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Ottawa University, Surprise who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
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The program
Where Ottawa University, Surprise competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- ottawabraves.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
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 18% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Ottawa University, Surprise in Surprise.
- Location
- Surprise, Arizona
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- American Baptist
- Time zone
- Mountain
- Website
- ottawa.edu
About Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jim Whittaker, the Head Coach, leads the Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Ottawa University, Surprise (OU) competes in NAIA Women's Cross Country as a member of the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference. Ottawa University, Surprise is a small private school in Surprise, Arizona with 912 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,126 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jim Whittaker, the Head Coach and Joe Corbin, the Assistant Coach - Distance. Ottawa University, Surprise has 3 coaches for Women'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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Jim can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Ottawa University, Surprise typically score 840–1160 on the SAT and 16–21 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 Ottawa University, Surprise staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Ottawa University, Surprise NAIA?
Yes. Ottawa University, Surprise competes in NAIA Women's Cross Country, in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Is Ottawa University, Surprise public or private?
Ottawa University, Surprise is a private nonprofit school in Surprise, Arizona.
What conference is Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country in?
The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Ottawa University, Surprise offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Ottawa University, Surprise competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Ottawa University, Surprise Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Jim Whittaker, the Head Coach.
How much does Ottawa University, Surprise cost?
In-state tuition is $32,380 and out-of-state tuition is $32,380 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,126.
What is the Ottawa University, Surprise acceptance rate?
78% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Ottawa University, Surprise?
Admitted students typically score 840–1160 on the SAT and 16–21 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Ottawa University, Surprise Women'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.