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Longwood University Women's Cross Country

Longwood University (LU) · Farmville, Virginia · Public university

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Recognized
NCAA IBig South Conference
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Acceptance rate90%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate61%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,612Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Longwood University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Michael CraigAssociate Head Coach - Distance
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Brooke CraigDirector of Cross Country & Track & Field
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Jacob TorresAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Longwood University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big South Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
longwoodlancers.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1030–1210
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–26

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Popular majors

Anthropology, GeneralAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer ScienceCriminal Justice/Safety Studies
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
61% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Virginia residents$8,840
Out-of-state tuition$21,080
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$20,847
Campus

Where it is

Longwood University in Farmville.

Location
Farmville, Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
longwood.edu
Overview

About Longwood University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Michael Craig, the Associate Head Coach - Distance, leads the Longwood University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Longwood University (LU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Big South Conference. Longwood University is a public school in Farmville, Virginia with 4,612 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,847 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Longwood University Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Michael Craig, the Associate Head Coach - Distance and Brooke Craig, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field. Longwood 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.
  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 Michael can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Longwood University typically score 1030–1210 on the SAT and 19–26 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 Longwood University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Longwood University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Longwood University D1?

Yes. Longwood University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Big South Conference.

Is Longwood University public or private?

Longwood University is a public school in Farmville, Virginia.

What conference is Longwood University Women's Cross Country in?

The Big South Conference.

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

Longwood 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 Longwood University Women's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Michael Craig, the Associate Head Coach - Distance.

How much does Longwood University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,840 and out-of-state tuition is $21,080 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,847.

What is the Longwood University acceptance rate?

90% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Longwood University?

Admitted students typically score 1030–1210 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Longwood 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.