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New Mexico State University Women's Cross Country

New Mexico State University (NMSU) · Las Cruces, New Mexico · Public university

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Recognized
NCAA IConference USA
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Acceptance rate89%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate55%finish within six years
Undergraduates15,408Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

New Mexico State University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Joseph RathHead Coach
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Kirsten NieuwendamAssistant Coach - Track & Field
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Patrick LarrisonThrows Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where New Mexico State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Conference USA
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
nmstatesports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 870–1110
ACTMiddle 50%: 17–24

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Popular majors

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Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 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 New Mexico residents$6,283
Out-of-state tuition$23,407
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$10,719
Campus

Where it is

New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.

Location
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Mountain
Website
nmsu.edu
Overview

About New Mexico State University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Joseph Rath, the Head Coach, leads the New Mexico State University Women's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches. New Mexico State University (NMSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Conference USA. New Mexico State University is a large public school in Las Cruces, New Mexico with 15,408 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $10,719 a year after aid.

Recruiting

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

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Joseph Rath, the Head Coach and Kirsten Nieuwendam, the Assistant Coach - Track & Field. New Mexico State University has 4 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 Joseph can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at New Mexico State University typically score 870–1110 on the SAT and 17–24 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 New Mexico State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

New Mexico State University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is New Mexico State University D1?

Yes. New Mexico State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Conference USA.

Is New Mexico State University public or private?

New Mexico State University is a public school in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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

The Conference USA.

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

New Mexico 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 New Mexico State University Women's Cross Country have?

4 coaches, led by Joseph Rath, the Head Coach.

How much does New Mexico State University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,283 and out-of-state tuition is $23,407 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,719.

What is the New Mexico State University acceptance rate?

89% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 870–1110 on the SAT and 17–24 on the ACT.

How do I contact the New Mexico State 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.