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William & Mary Women's Cross Country

William & Mary (W&M) · Rocklin, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate56%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,865Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

William & Mary Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at William & Mary who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where William & Mary competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Pacific West Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
tribeathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1041–1228

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Popular majors

Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBible/Biblical StudiesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralComputer ScienceCriminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
56% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,000
Campus

Where it is

William & Mary in Rocklin.

Location
Rocklin, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Other Protestant
Time zone
Pacific
Website
jessup.edu
Overview

About William & Mary Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Forest Braden, the Head Cross Country Coach, leads the William & Mary Women's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches. William & Mary (W&M) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country as a member of the Pacific West Conference. William & Mary is a small private school in Rocklin, California with 1,865 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by William & Mary Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Alex Heacock, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country and Forest Braden, the Head Cross Country Coach. William & Mary has 4 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 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 Forest can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at William & Mary typically score 1041–1228 on the SAT, 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 William & Mary staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

William & Mary Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is William & Mary D2?

Yes. William & Mary competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Pacific West Conference.

Is William & Mary public or private?

William & Mary is a private nonprofit school in Rocklin, California.

What conference is William & Mary Women's Cross Country in?

The Pacific West Conference.

Does William & Mary offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

William & Mary 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 William & Mary Women's Cross Country have?

4 coaches, led by Forest Braden, the Head Cross Country Coach.

How much does William & Mary cost?

In-state tuition is $36,000 and out-of-state tuition is $36,000 a year.

What is the William & Mary acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for William & Mary?

Admitted students typically score 1041–1228 on the SAT.

How do I contact the William & Mary 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.