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University of Charleston Women's Cross Country

University of Charleston (UC) · Charleston, West Virginia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate62%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate46%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,062Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Charleston Women's Cross Country coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where University of Charleston competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Mountain East Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
ucgoldeneagles.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralCyber/Computer Forensics and CounterterrorismData Analytics, GeneralDigital Marketing
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
46% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$22,117
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$21,100
Campus

Where it is

University of Charleston in Charleston.

Location
Charleston, West Virginia
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
ucwv.edu
Overview

About University of Charleston Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Nick Bias, the Head Coach, leads the University of Charleston Women's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches. University of Charleston (UC) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country as a member of the Mountain East Conference. University of Charleston is a private school in Charleston, West Virginia with 3,062 undergraduates, a 62% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,100 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Charleston Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Nick Bias, the Head Coach and Grant Brinson, the Assistant Coach - Sprints. University of Charleston has 5 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Nick can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Charleston staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Questions

University of Charleston Women's Cross Country FAQ

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

Is University of Charleston D2?

Yes. University of Charleston competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Mountain East Conference.

Is University of Charleston public or private?

University of Charleston is a private nonprofit school in Charleston, West Virginia.

What conference is University of Charleston Women's Cross Country in?

The Mountain East Conference.

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

University of Charleston competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of Charleston Women's Cross Country have?

5 coaches, led by Nick Bias, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Charleston cost?

In-state tuition is $22,117 and out-of-state tuition is $22,117 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,100.

What is the University of Charleston acceptance rate?

62% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the University of Charleston Women's Cross Country coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.