Simpson College Men's Cross Country
Simpson College (Simpson) · Indianola, Iowa · Private nonprofit university
Simpson College Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Simpson College who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Simpson College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- American Rivers Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- simpsonathletics.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
- 12 : 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
Simpson College in Indianola.
- Location
- Indianola, Iowa
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- simpson.edu
About Simpson College Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Heath Moenck, the Director of Track and Field & Cross Country - Head Coach, leads the Simpson College Men's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Simpson College (Simpson) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the American Rivers Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Simpson College is a small private school in Indianola, Iowa with 1,251 undergraduates, a 86% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,637 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Simpson College Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Heath Moenck, the Director of Track and Field & Cross Country - Head Coach and David Zwank, the Assistant Coach. Simpson College has 2 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Heath can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Simpson College typically score 31–33 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 Simpson College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach HeathHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Simpson College Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Simpson College D3?
Yes. Simpson College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the American Rivers Conference.
Is Simpson College public or private?
Simpson College is a private nonprofit school in Indianola, Iowa.
What conference is Simpson College Men's Cross Country in?
The American Rivers Conference.
Does Simpson College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Simpson College Men's Cross Country have?
2 coaches, led by Heath Moenck, the Director of Track and Field & Cross Country - Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Simpson College Men's Cross Country?
Heath Moenck is the Director of Track and Field & Cross Country - Head Coach.
When can Simpson College Men's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. 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 Simpson College 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 Simpson College cost?
In-state tuition is $46,750 and out-of-state tuition is $46,750 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,637.
What is the Simpson College acceptance rate?
86% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Simpson College?
Admitted students typically score 31–33 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Simpson College 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.
