University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country

University of Missouri, Kansas City (UMKC) · Kansas City, Missouri · Public university

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Recognized

NCAA IThe Summit League

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Acceptance rate72%of applicants admitted

Graduation rate55%finish within six years

Undergraduates14,732Large (>10,000)

Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor

Coaches

University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of Missouri, Kansas City who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Benaud ShirleyHead Coach

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Clif MitchellAssistant Coach

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2 coaches recruiting Women's Cross Country at University of Missouri, Kansas City

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Athletics

The program

Where University of Missouri, Kansas City competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation: NCAA
Division: Division I
Conference: The Summit League
Program level: Recognized
Athletics site: kcroos.com

Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1290–1550

ACTMiddle 50%: 20–28

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Popular majors

AccountingArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCinematography and Film/Video ProductionCity/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning

Test policy: Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty: 13 : 1
Graduation rate: 55% in six years

Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Missouri residents$11,750

Out-of-state tuition$30,650

Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,748

Campus

Where it is

University of Missouri, Kansas City in Kansas City.

Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Type: Public
Religious affiliation: Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone: Central
Website: umkc.edu

Overview

About University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Benaud Shirley, the Head Coach, leads the University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches. University of Missouri, Kansas City (UMKC) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the The Summit League. University of Missouri, Kansas City is a large public school in Kansas City, Missouri with 14,732 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,748 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country

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

Find the right coachEmail Benaud Shirley, the Head Coach and Clif Mitchell, the Assistant Coach. University of Missouri, Kansas City 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 Benaud can watch without scrolling.
Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Missouri, Kansas City typically score 1290–1550 on the SAT and 20–28 on the ACT, 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 University of Missouri, Kansas City staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

Email Coach Benaud Shirley at University of Missouri, Kansas City from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.How cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →

Questions

University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University of Missouri, Kansas City D1?

Yes. University of Missouri, Kansas City competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the The Summit League.

Is University of Missouri, Kansas City public or private?

University of Missouri, Kansas City is a public school in Kansas City, Missouri.

What conference is University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country in?

The The Summit League.

Does University of Missouri, Kansas City offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

University of Missouri, Kansas City 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 University of Missouri, Kansas City Women's Cross Country have?

2 coaches, led by Benaud Shirley, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Missouri, Kansas City cost?

In-state tuition is $11,750 and out-of-state tuition is $30,650 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,748.

What is the University of Missouri, Kansas City acceptance rate?

72% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Missouri, Kansas City?

Admitted students typically score 1290–1550 on the SAT and 20–28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Missouri, Kansas City 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.