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Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country

Purdue University, Fort Wayne (PFW) · Fort Wayne, Indiana · Public university

Acceptance rate84%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate36%finish within six years
Undergraduates7,206Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Purdue University, Fort Wayne who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Purdue University, Fort Wayne competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Horizon League
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gomastodons.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 970–1220
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–29

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Popular majors

Actuarial ScienceAnthropology, GeneralArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
36% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Indiana residents$8,291
Out-of-state tuition$21,646
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,735
Campus

Where it is

Purdue University, Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne.

Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Website
pfw.edu
Overview

About Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Aaron Combs, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, leads the Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches. Purdue University, Fort Wayne (PFW) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Horizon League. Purdue University, Fort Wayne is a public school in Fort Wayne, Indiana with 7,206 undergraduates, a 84% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,735 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Aaron Combs, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country and Carissa Combs, the Assistant Coach - Distance & Steeple. Purdue University, Fort Wayne has 5 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Aaron can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Purdue University, Fort Wayne typically score 970–1220 on the SAT and 22–29 on the ACT, 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 Purdue University, Fort Wayne staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Purdue University, Fort Wayne D1?

Yes. Purdue University, Fort Wayne competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Horizon League.

Is Purdue University, Fort Wayne public or private?

Purdue University, Fort Wayne is a public school in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

What conference is Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country in?

The Horizon League.

Does Purdue University, Fort Wayne offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

Purdue University, Fort Wayne 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 Purdue University, Fort Wayne Women's Cross Country have?

5 coaches, led by Aaron Combs, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country.

How much does Purdue University, Fort Wayne cost?

In-state tuition is $8,291 and out-of-state tuition is $21,646 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,735.

What is the Purdue University, Fort Wayne acceptance rate?

84% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Purdue University, Fort Wayne?

Admitted students typically score 970–1220 on the SAT and 22–29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Purdue University, Fort Wayne 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.