Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) · Boca Raton, Florida · Public university
Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Florida Atlantic University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Florida Atlantic University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- American Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- fausports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 24 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 63% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton.
- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- fau.edu
About Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Alex Smolka, the Head Coach, leads the Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified November 2026. Florida Atlantic University (FAU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the American Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Florida Atlantic University is a large public school in Boca Raton, Florida with 31,607 undergraduates, a 66% acceptance rate and an average net price of $10,225 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Alex Smolka, the Head Coach and Jessica Carter, the Assistant Coach. Florida Atlantic University has 3 coaches for Men'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 Alex can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Florida Atlantic University typically score 1040–1200 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Florida Atlantic University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Florida Atlantic University D1?
Yes. Florida Atlantic University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the American Athletic Conference.
Is Florida Atlantic University public or private?
Florida Atlantic University is a public school in Boca Raton, Florida.
What conference is Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country in?
The American Athletic Conference.
Does Florida Atlantic University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Florida Atlantic 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 Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Alex Smolka, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country?
Alex Smolka is the Head Coach.
When can Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Florida Atlantic University Men's Cross Country?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Florida Atlantic University cost?
In-state tuition is $2,522 and out-of-state tuition is $14,374 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,225.
What is the Florida Atlantic University acceptance rate?
66% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Florida Atlantic University?
Admitted students typically score 1040–1200 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Florida Atlantic University Men'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.
