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Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field

Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) · Marshall, Minnesota · Public university

Acceptance rate62%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate45%finish within six years
Undergraduates8,214Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field coaches

Coaches at Southwest Minnesota State University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Southwest Minnesota State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
smsumustangs.com
Academics

How you compare

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

ACTMiddle 50%: 16–23

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Popular majors

AccountingAgribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAgricultural and Extension Education ServicesAgroecology and Sustainable AgricultureAgronomy and Crop ScienceArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
45% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$8,840
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$15,547
Campus

Where it is

Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall.

Location
Marshall, Minnesota
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
smsu.edu
Overview

About Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Kirk Nauman, the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach, leads the Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field staff of 3 coaches. Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field as a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Southwest Minnesota State University is a public school in Marshall, Minnesota with 8,214 undergraduates, a 62% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,547 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Kirk Nauman, the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach and Josh Kuusisto, the Assistant Track & Field Coach. Southwest Minnesota State University has 3 coaches for Women's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results 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 race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Kirk can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Southwest Minnesota State University typically score 16–23 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 Southwest Minnesota State University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field FAQ

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

Is Southwest Minnesota State University D2?

Yes. Southwest Minnesota State University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field, in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.

Is Southwest Minnesota State University public or private?

Southwest Minnesota State University is a public school in Marshall, Minnesota.

What conference is Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field in?

The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.

Does Southwest Minnesota State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?

Southwest Minnesota State University 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 Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field have?

3 coaches, led by Kirk Nauman, the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach.

How much does Southwest Minnesota State University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,840 and out-of-state tuition is $8,840 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,547.

What is the Southwest Minnesota State University acceptance rate?

62% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Southwest Minnesota State University?

Admitted students typically score 16–23 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Southwest Minnesota State University Women's Track and Field 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.