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University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country

University of Nebraska, Lincoln (Nebraska) · Lincoln, Nebraska · Public university

Acceptance rate87%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate67%finish within six years
Undergraduates24,393Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of Nebraska, Lincoln who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of Nebraska, Lincoln competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
huskers.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1098–1330
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–28

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceAgricultural Business and Management, GeneralAgricultural Communication/JournalismAgricultural EconomicsAgricultural EngineeringAgricultural Mechanization, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
67% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Nebraska residents$8,250
Out-of-state tuition$26,400
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,322
Campus

Where it is

University of Nebraska, Lincoln in Lincoln.

Location
Lincoln, Nebraska
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
unl.edu
Overview

About University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Megan Elliott, the Head Coach, leads the University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches. University of Nebraska, Lincoln (Nebraska) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Big Ten Conference. University of Nebraska, Lincoln is a large public school in Lincoln, Nebraska with 24,393 undergraduates, a 87% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,322 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Megan Elliott, the Head Coach and Matt Wackerly, the Assistant Coach - Distance. University of Nebraska, Lincoln has 2 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 Megan can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Nebraska, Lincoln typically score 1098–1330 on the SAT and 22–28 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 University of Nebraska, Lincoln staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University of Nebraska, Lincoln D1?

Yes. University of Nebraska, Lincoln competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is University of Nebraska, Lincoln public or private?

University of Nebraska, Lincoln is a public school in Lincoln, Nebraska.

What conference is University of Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does University of Nebraska, Lincoln offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

University of Nebraska, Lincoln 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 Nebraska, Lincoln Women's Cross Country have?

2 coaches, led by Megan Elliott, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Nebraska, Lincoln cost?

In-state tuition is $8,250 and out-of-state tuition is $26,400 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,322.

What is the University of Nebraska, Lincoln acceptance rate?

87% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Nebraska, Lincoln?

Admitted students typically score 1098–1330 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Nebraska, Lincoln 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.