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East Carolina University Women's Cross Country

East Carolina University (ECU) · Greenville, North Carolina · Public university

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NCAA IAmerican Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate89%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate63%finish within six years
Undergraduates26,940Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

East Carolina University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Virgil GivensDirector of Track & Field - Cross Country
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Alex SawyerAssistant Coach - Distance
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Athletics

The program

Where East Carolina University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
American Athletic Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
ecupirates.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1070–1240
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralApparel and Textiles, GeneralApplied/Public SociologyArt Teacher EducationAtmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
63% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor North Carolina residents$4,452
Out-of-state tuition$20,729
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,755
Campus

Where it is

East Carolina University in Greenville.

Location
Greenville, North Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
ecu.edu
Overview

About East Carolina University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Virgil Givens, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country, leads the East Carolina University Women's Cross Country staff of 6 coaches. East Carolina University (ECU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the American Athletic Conference. East Carolina University is a large public school in Greenville, North Carolina with 26,940 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,755 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by East Carolina University Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Virgil Givens, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country and Alex Sawyer, the Assistant Coach - Distance. East Carolina University has 6 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 Virgil can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at East Carolina University typically score 1070–1240 on the SAT and 21–26 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 East Carolina University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

East Carolina University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is East Carolina University D1?

Yes. East Carolina University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the American Athletic Conference.

Is East Carolina University public or private?

East Carolina University is a public school in Greenville, North Carolina.

What conference is East Carolina University Women's Cross Country in?

The American Athletic Conference.

Does East Carolina University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

East Carolina 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 East Carolina University Women's Cross Country have?

6 coaches, led by Virgil Givens, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country.

How much does East Carolina University cost?

In-state tuition is $4,452 and out-of-state tuition is $20,729 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,755.

What is the East Carolina University acceptance rate?

89% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for East Carolina University?

Admitted students typically score 1070–1240 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the East Carolina 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.