Northwestern University Men's Cross Country
Northwestern University (NU) · Evanston, Illinois · Private nonprofit university
Northwestern University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Northwestern University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Northwestern University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Big Ten Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- nusports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 6 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 95% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Northwestern University in Evanston.
- Location
- Evanston, Illinois
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- northwestern.edu
About Northwestern University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jill Miller, the Head Coach, leads the Northwestern University Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Northwestern University (NU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Big Ten 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. Northwestern University is a large private school in Evanston, Illinois with 23,856 undergraduates, a 8% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,341 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Northwestern University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jill Miller, the Head Coach and Maryn Lowry, the Assistant Coach. Northwestern 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 Jill can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Northwestern University typically score 1510–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Northwestern University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach JillHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Northwestern University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Northwestern University D1?
Yes. Northwestern University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Big Ten Conference.
Is Northwestern University public or private?
Northwestern University is a private nonprofit school in Evanston, Illinois.
What conference is Northwestern University Men's Cross Country in?
The Big Ten Conference.
Does Northwestern University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Northwestern 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 Northwestern University Men's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Jill Miller, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Northwestern University Men's Cross Country?
Jill Miller is the Head Coach.
When can Northwestern 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 Northwestern 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 Northwestern University cost?
In-state tuition is $67,158 and out-of-state tuition is $67,158 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,341.
What is the Northwestern University acceptance rate?
8% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Northwestern University?
Admitted students typically score 1510–1570 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Northwestern 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.
