Morehead State University Men's Cross Country
Morehead State University (MSU) · Morehead, Kentucky · Public university
Morehead State University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Morehead State University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Morehead State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Pioneer Football League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- msueagles.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 52% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Morehead State University in Morehead.
- Location
- Morehead, Kentucky
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- moreheadstate.edu
About Morehead State University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Clay Dixon, the Head Coach, leads the Morehead State University Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Morehead State University (MSU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Pioneer Football League. 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. Morehead State University is a public school in Morehead, Kentucky with 8,791 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate and an average net price of $9,630 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Morehead State University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Clay Dixon, the Head Coach and Rob Springfield, the Assistant Coach - Sprints & Jumps. Morehead State 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 Clay 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 Morehead State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach ClayHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Morehead State University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Morehead State University D1?
Yes. Morehead State University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Pioneer Football League.
Is Morehead State University public or private?
Morehead State University is a public school in Morehead, Kentucky.
What conference is Morehead State University Men's Cross Country in?
The Pioneer Football League.
Does Morehead State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Morehead State 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 Morehead State University Men's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Clay Dixon, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Morehead State University Men's Cross Country?
Clay Dixon is the Head Coach.
When can Morehead State 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 Morehead State 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 Morehead State University cost?
In-state tuition is $9,704 and out-of-state tuition is $14,660 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,630.
What is the Morehead State University acceptance rate?
77% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Morehead State 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.
