Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country
Louisiana State University (LSU) · Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Public university
Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Louisiana State University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Louisiana State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southeastern Conference
- Program level
- Elite Program
- Athletics site
- lsusports.net
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
- 21 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 69% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge.
- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- lsu.edu
About Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Dennis Shaver, the Head Coach, leads the Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country staff of 7 coaches, verified October 2026. Louisiana State University (LSU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Southeastern 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. Louisiana State University is a large public school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with 41,705 undergraduates, a 73% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,430 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Dennis Shaver, the Head Coach and Houston Franks, the Assistant Coach. Louisiana State University has 7 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 Dennis can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Louisiana State University typically score 1180–1340 on the SAT and 24–30 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 Louisiana State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach DennisHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Louisiana State University D1?
Yes. Louisiana State University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Southeastern Conference.
Is Louisiana State University public or private?
Louisiana State University is a public school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
What conference is Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country in?
The Southeastern Conference.
Does Louisiana State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Louisiana 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 Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country have?
7 coaches, led by Dennis Shaver, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Louisiana State University Men's Cross Country?
Dennis Shaver is the Head Coach.
When can Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana State University cost?
In-state tuition is $8,038 and out-of-state tuition is $8,038 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,430.
What is the Louisiana State University acceptance rate?
73% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Louisiana State University?
Admitted students typically score 1180–1340 on the SAT and 24–30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Louisiana 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.
