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Oakton College Women's Cross Country

Oakton College (OC) · Des Plaines, Illinois · Public university

Graduation rate37%finish within six years
Undergraduates8,329Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Average net price$5,401per year after aid
Coaches

Oakton College Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Oakton College who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Oakton College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NJCAA
Conference
Region 4
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
oakton-owls.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

Accounting Technology/Technician and BookkeepingAdministrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, GeneralAutomation Engineer Technology/TechnicianAutomobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/TechnicianBiological and Physical SciencesBuilding/Property MaintenanceBusiness/Commerce, General
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
37% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Illinois residents$10,276
Out-of-state tuition$12,292
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$5,401
Campus

Where it is

Oakton College in Des Plaines.

Location
Des Plaines, Illinois
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
oakton.edu
Overview

About Oakton College Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

James Weissensel is the Head Coach for Oakton College Women's Cross Country. Oakton College (OC) competes in NJCAA junior college Women's Cross Country as a member of the Region 4. Oakton College is a public school in Des Plaines, Illinois with 8,329 undergraduates and an average net price of $5,401 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Oakton College Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail James Weissensel, the Head Coach. Oakton College 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. Junior college coaches look for athletes who want to develop and transfer up.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so James 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 Oakton College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

Oakton College Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Oakton College JUCO?

Yes. Oakton College competes in NJCAA junior college Women's Cross Country, in the Region 4.

Is Oakton College public or private?

Oakton College is a public school in Des Plaines, Illinois.

What conference is Oakton College Women's Cross Country in?

The Region 4.

Does Oakton College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

Oakton College competes in NJCAA junior college, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Oakton College Women's Cross Country have?

1 coach, led by James Weissensel, the Head Coach.

How much does Oakton College cost?

In-state tuition is $10,276 and out-of-state tuition is $12,292 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $5,401.

How do I contact the Oakton College 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.