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Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) · Richmond, Virginia · Public university

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Recognized
NCAA IAtlantic 10 Conference
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Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate63%finish within six years
Undergraduates28,464Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Jon RileyHead Coach
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Austin SavageAssistant Coach - Distance
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Cassidy GuytonGraduate Assistant
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Athletics

The program

Where Virginia Commonwealth University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
vcuathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1010–1270
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–30

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArea Studies, OtherArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt Teacher EducationBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
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 Virginia residents$13,200
Out-of-state tuition$35,674
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,836
Campus

Where it is

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.

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

About Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jon Riley, the Head Coach, leads the Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. Virginia Commonwealth University is a large public school in Richmond, Virginia with 28,464 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,836 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jon Riley, the Head Coach and Austin Savage, the Assistant Coach - Distance. Virginia Commonwealth 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 Jon can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Virginia Commonwealth University typically score 1010–1270 on the SAT and 22–30 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 Virginia Commonwealth University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Questions

Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is Virginia Commonwealth University D1?

Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Is Virginia Commonwealth University public or private?

Virginia Commonwealth University is a public school in Richmond, Virginia.

What conference is Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country in?

The Atlantic 10 Conference.

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

Virginia Commonwealth 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Women's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Jon Riley, the Head Coach.

How much does Virginia Commonwealth University cost?

In-state tuition is $13,200 and out-of-state tuition is $35,674 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,836.

What is the Virginia Commonwealth University acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Virginia Commonwealth University?

Admitted students typically score 1010–1270 on the SAT and 22–30 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Virginia Commonwealth 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.