Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country
Gardner-Webb University (GWU) · Boiling Springs, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Gardner-Webb University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
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The program
Where Gardner-Webb University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Big South Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gwusports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 55% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs.
- Location
- Boiling Springs, North Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Southern Baptist
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- gardner-webb.edu
About Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Greg Thiel, the Head Coach, leads the Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Gardner-Webb University (GWU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Big South Conference. Gardner-Webb University is a private school in Boiling Springs, North Carolina with 3,104 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Greg Thiel, the Head Coach and Roman Wright, the Associate Head Coach. Gardner-Webb 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.
- 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 Greg can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Gardner-Webb University typically score 975–1198 on the SAT and 19–25 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 Gardner-Webb University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Gardner-Webb University D1?
Yes. Gardner-Webb University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Big South Conference.
Is Gardner-Webb University public or private?
Gardner-Webb University is a private nonprofit school in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.
What conference is Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country in?
The Big South Conference.
Does Gardner-Webb University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Gardner-Webb 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 Gardner-Webb University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Greg Thiel, the Head Coach.
How much does Gardner-Webb University cost?
In-state tuition is $33,770 and out-of-state tuition is $33,770 a year.
What is the Gardner-Webb University acceptance rate?
77% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Gardner-Webb University?
Admitted students typically score 975–1198 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Gardner-Webb 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.