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Benedictine University Women's Cross Country

Benedictine University (BU) · Lisle, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

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Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIINorthern Athletics Collegiate Conference
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Acceptance rate95%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate50%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,917Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Benedictine University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Steven ShelleyDirector of Track and Field - Cross Country
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Amir BlanchardAssistant Coach
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Ernest DowningAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Benedictine University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
benueagles.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration, Management and Operations, OtherBusiness/Managerial EconomicsChemistry, GeneralComputer ScienceCriminal Justice/Safety Studies
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
50% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$31,126
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,570
Campus

Where it is

Benedictine University in Lisle.

Location
Lisle, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Central
Website
ben.edu
Overview

About Benedictine University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Steven Shelley, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country, leads the Benedictine University Women's Cross Country staff of 9 coaches. Benedictine University (BU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. Benedictine University is a small private school in Lisle, Illinois with 2,917 undergraduates, a 95% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,570 a year after aid.

Recruiting

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

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Steven Shelley, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country and Amir Blanchard, the Assistant Coach. Benedictine University has 9 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Steven 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 Benedictine University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Benedictine University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Benedictine University D3?

Yes. Benedictine University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Is Benedictine University public or private?

Benedictine University is a private nonprofit school in Lisle, Illinois.

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

The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

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

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Benedictine University Women's Cross Country have?

9 coaches, led by Steven Shelley, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country.

How much does Benedictine University cost?

In-state tuition is $31,126 and out-of-state tuition is $31,126 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,570.

What is the Benedictine University acceptance rate?

95% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Benedictine University 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.