Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country
Western Illinois University (WIU) · Macomb, Illinois · Public university
Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Western Illinois University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Western Illinois University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Ohio Valley Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goleathernecks.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 45% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Western Illinois University in Macomb.
- Location
- Macomb, Illinois
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wiu.edu
About Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Matt Rosado, the Head Coach Track & Field / Cross Country, leads the Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. Western Illinois University (WIU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Ohio Valley 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. Western Illinois University is a public school in Macomb, Illinois with 6,332 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,208 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Matt Rosado, the Head Coach Track & Field / Cross Country and Aaliyah Mathis, the Assistant Coach - Throws. Western Illinois University has 6 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 Matt can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Western Illinois University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach MattHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Western Illinois University D1?
Yes. Western Illinois University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Is Western Illinois University public or private?
Western Illinois University is a public school in Macomb, Illinois.
What conference is Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country in?
The Ohio Valley Conference.
Does Western Illinois University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Western Illinois 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 Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country have?
6 coaches, led by Matt Rosado, the Head Coach Track & Field / Cross Country.
Who is the head coach of Western Illinois University Men's Cross Country?
Matt Rosado is the Head Coach Track & Field / Cross Country.
When can Western Illinois 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 Western Illinois 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 Western Illinois University cost?
In-state tuition is $9,662 and out-of-state tuition is $9,662 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,208.
What is the Western Illinois University acceptance rate?
71% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Western Illinois 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.
