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Belhaven University Women's Cross Country

Belhaven University (BU) · Jackson, Mississippi · Private nonprofit university

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Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIIUSA South Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate50%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate49%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,213Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Belhaven University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Butch ArdHead Coach
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Christi DeLaughterAssistant Coach
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Tytavia HardyGraduate Assistant
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Athletics

The program

Where Belhaven University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
USA South Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
blazers.belhaven
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1010–1298
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–24

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Popular majors

AccountingApplied PsychologyArt/Art Studies, GeneralBible/Biblical StudiesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
49% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$29,800
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,145
Campus

Where it is

Belhaven University in Jackson.

Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
Time zone
Central
Website
belhaven.edu
Overview

About Belhaven University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Butch Ard, the Head Coach, leads the Belhaven University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Belhaven University (BU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the USA South Athletic Conference. Belhaven University is a private school in Jackson, Mississippi with 4,213 undergraduates, a 50% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,145 a year after aid.

Recruiting

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

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Butch Ard, the Head Coach and Christi DeLaughter, the Assistant Coach. Belhaven University has 3 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 Butch can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Belhaven University typically score 1010–1298 on the SAT and 19–24 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 Belhaven University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Belhaven University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Belhaven University D3?

Yes. Belhaven University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the USA South Athletic Conference.

Is Belhaven University public or private?

Belhaven University is a private nonprofit school in Jackson, Mississippi.

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

The USA South Athletic Conference.

Does Belhaven 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 Belhaven University Women's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Butch Ard, the Head Coach.

How much does Belhaven University cost?

In-state tuition is $29,800 and out-of-state tuition is $29,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,145.

What is the Belhaven University acceptance rate?

50% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Belhaven University?

Admitted students typically score 1010–1298 on the SAT and 19–24 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Belhaven 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.