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Harding University Women's Cross Country

Harding University (HU) · Searcy, Arkansas · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate71%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate69%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,696Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Harding University Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Harding University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Harding University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Great American Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
hardingsports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1050–1290
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–29

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingArt Teacher EducationAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBehavioral NeuroscienceBible/Biblical StudiesBiochemistryBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Test policy
Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
69% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$25,290
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$21,069
Campus

Where it is

Harding University in Searcy.

Location
Searcy, Arkansas
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Churches of Christ
Time zone
Central
Website
harding.edu
Overview

About Harding University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Don Hood is the Head Cross Country & Track Coach for Harding University Women's Cross Country. Harding University (HU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country as a member of the Great American Conference. Harding University is a private school in Searcy, Arkansas with 4,696 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,069 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Harding University Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Don Hood, the Head Cross Country & Track Coach. Harding University has 1 coach 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Don can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Harding University typically score 1050–1290 on the SAT and 20–29 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Harding University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

Harding University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Harding University D2?

Yes. Harding University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Great American Conference.

Is Harding University public or private?

Harding University is a private nonprofit school in Searcy, Arkansas.

What conference is Harding University Women's Cross Country in?

The Great American Conference.

Does Harding University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

Harding 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 Harding University Women's Cross Country have?

1 coach, led by Don Hood, the Head Cross Country & Track Coach.

How much does Harding University cost?

In-state tuition is $25,290 and out-of-state tuition is $25,290 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,069.

What is the Harding University acceptance rate?

71% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1050–1290 on the SAT and 20–29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Harding University 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.