Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country

Eastern Illinois University (EIU) · Charleston, Illinois · Public university

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Recognized

NCAA IOhio Valley Conference

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Acceptance rate65%of applicants admitted

Graduation rate47%finish within six years

Undergraduates8,505Medium (2,000-10,000)

Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor

Coaches

Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Riley McInerneyAssistant Coach - Cross Country

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James GildonDirector

2 coaches recruiting Women's Cross Country at Eastern Illinois University

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Athletics

The program

Where Eastern Illinois University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation: NCAA
Division: Division I
Conference: Ohio Valley Conference
Program level: Recognized
Athletics site: siuecougars.com

Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 880–1090

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralClinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/TechnologistCommunication Sciences and Disorders, General

Test policy: Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty: 14 : 1
Graduation rate: 47% in six years

Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Illinois residents$9,848

Out-of-state tuition$12,330

Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,787

Campus

Where it is

Eastern Illinois University in Charleston.

Location: Charleston, Illinois
Type: Public
Religious affiliation: Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone: Central
Website: eiu.edu

Overview

About Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Riley McInerney, the Assistant Coach - Cross Country, leads the Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches. Eastern Illinois University (EIU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Ohio Valley Conference. Eastern Illinois University is a public school in Charleston, Illinois with 8,505 undergraduates, a 65% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,787 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country

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

Find the right coachEmail Riley McInerney, the Assistant Coach - Cross Country. Eastern Illinois University has 2 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. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Riley can watch without scrolling.
Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Eastern Illinois University typically score 880–1090 on the SAT, 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 Eastern Illinois University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

Email Coach Riley McInerney at Eastern Illinois University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.How cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →

Questions

Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Eastern Illinois University D1?

Yes. Eastern Illinois University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Ohio Valley Conference.

Is Eastern Illinois University public or private?

Eastern Illinois University is a public school in Charleston, Illinois.

What conference is Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country in?

The Ohio Valley Conference.

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

Eastern Illinois University 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 Eastern Illinois University Women's Cross Country have?

2 coaches, led by Riley McInerney, the Assistant Coach - Cross Country.

How much does Eastern Illinois University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,848 and out-of-state tuition is $12,330 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,787.

What is the Eastern Illinois University acceptance rate?

65% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Eastern Illinois University?

Admitted students typically score 880–1090 on the SAT.

How do I contact the Eastern Illinois 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.