Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country

Sam Houston State University (SHSU) · Huntsville, Texas · Public university

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Recognized

NCAA IConference USA

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Acceptance rate90%of applicants admitted

Graduation rate55%finish within six years

Undergraduates21,039Large (>10,000)

Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor

Coaches

Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Patrick TorresHead Coach - Distance

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1 coach recruiting Women's Cross Country at Sam Houston State University

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Athletics

The program

Where Sam Houston State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation: NCAA
Division: Division I
Conference: Conference USA
Program level: Recognized
Athletics site: gobearkats.com

Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 930–1120

ACTMiddle 50%: 17–24

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Popular majors

AccountingAgribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAgricultural Communication/JournalismAgricultural Mechanization, GeneralAgronomy and Crop ScienceAnimal Sciences, GeneralAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

Test policy: Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty: 19 : 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 Texas residents$5,856

Out-of-state tuition$15,696

Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,737

Campus

Where it is

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville.

Location: Huntsville, Texas
Type: Public
Religious affiliation: Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone: Central
Website: shsu.edu

Overview

About Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Patrick Torres is the Head Coach - Distance for Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country. Sam Houston State University (SHSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Conference USA. Sam Houston State University is a large public school in Huntsville, Texas with 21,039 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,737 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country

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

Find the right coachEmail Patrick Torres, the Head Coach - Distance. Sam Houston State University has 1 coach 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 Patrick can watch without scrolling.
Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Sam Houston State University typically score 930–1120 on the SAT and 17–24 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 Sam Houston State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

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Questions

Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Sam Houston State University D1?

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

Is Sam Houston State University public or private?

Sam Houston State University is a public school in Huntsville, Texas.

What conference is Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country in?

The Conference USA.

Does Sam Houston State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

Sam Houston 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 Sam Houston State University Women's Cross Country have?

1 coach, led by Patrick Torres, the Head Coach - Distance.

How much does Sam Houston State University cost?

In-state tuition is $5,856 and out-of-state tuition is $15,696 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,737.

What is the Sam Houston State University acceptance rate?

90% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Sam Houston State University?

Admitted students typically score 930–1120 on the SAT and 17–24 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Sam Houston 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.