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Michigan State University Women's Cross Country

Michigan State University (MSU) · East Lansing, Michigan · Public university

Acceptance rate85%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate81%finish within six years
Undergraduates52,089Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Michigan State University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Michigan State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
msuspartans.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1180–1360
ACTMiddle 50%: 25–31

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceAdvertisingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAgricultural Business and Management, GeneralAgricultural EngineeringAgricultural Teacher Education
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
81% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Michigan residents$17,739
Out-of-state tuition$44,510
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,657
Campus

Where it is

Michigan State University in East Lansing.

Location
East Lansing, Michigan
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
msu.edu
Overview

About Michigan State University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Lisa Breznau, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field, leads the Michigan State University Women's Cross Country staff of 7 coaches. Michigan State University (MSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Big Ten Conference. Michigan State University is a large public school in East Lansing, Michigan with 52,089 undergraduates, a 85% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,657 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Michigan State University Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Lisa Breznau, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field and Aaron Simoneau, the Assistant Coach - Distance - Head Men's Cross Country Coach. Michigan State University has 7 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 Lisa can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Michigan State University typically score 1180–1360 on the SAT and 25–31 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 Michigan State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

Michigan State University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Michigan State University D1?

Yes. Michigan State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is Michigan State University public or private?

Michigan State University is a public school in East Lansing, Michigan.

What conference is Michigan State University Women's Cross Country in?

The Big Ten Conference.

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

Michigan State 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 Michigan State University Women's Cross Country have?

7 coaches, led by Lisa Breznau, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field.

How much does Michigan State University cost?

In-state tuition is $17,739 and out-of-state tuition is $44,510 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,657.

What is the Michigan State University acceptance rate?

85% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Michigan State University?

Admitted students typically score 1180–1360 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Michigan State University 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.