Furman University Women's Cross Country
Furman University (Furman) · Greenville, South Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Furman University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Furman University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
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The program
Where Furman University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southern Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- furmanpaladins.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
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 79% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Furman University in Greenville.
- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- furman.edu
About Furman University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Rita Gary, the Head Women's Coach, leads the Furman University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Furman University (Furman) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Southern Conference. Furman University is a small private school in Greenville, South Carolina with 2,554 undergraduates, a 43% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,901 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Furman University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Rita Gary, the Head Women's Coach and Matt Lange, the Assistant Coach - Women's Recruiting Coordinator. Furman 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 Rita can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Furman University typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 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 Furman University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Furman University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Furman University D1?
Yes. Furman University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Southern Conference.
Is Furman University public or private?
Furman University is a private nonprofit school in Greenville, South Carolina.
What conference is Furman University Women's Cross Country in?
The Southern Conference.
Does Furman University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Furman 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 Furman University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Rita Gary, the Head Women's Coach.
How much does Furman University cost?
In-state tuition is $59,360 and out-of-state tuition is $59,360 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,901.
What is the Furman University acceptance rate?
43% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Furman University?
Admitted students typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Furman 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.