Bates College Men's Cross Country
Bates College (Bates) · Lewiston, Maine · Private nonprofit university
Bates College Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Bates College who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Bates College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- New England Small College Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gobatesbobcats.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
- 9 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 90% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Bates College in Lewiston.
- Location
- Lewiston, Maine
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- bates.edu
About Bates College Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Danny Feldman, the Head Men's & Women's XC Coach - Assistant Track & Field Coach (Distance), leads the Bates College Men's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Bates College (Bates) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Bates College is a small private school in Lewiston, Maine with 1,760 undergraduates, a 13% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,658 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Bates College Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Danny Feldman, the Head Men's & Women's XC Coach - Assistant Track & Field Coach (Distance) and Alison Leonard, the Associate Head XC/Track & Field Coach (Distance). Bates College has 4 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 Danny can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bates College typically score 1420–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 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 Bates College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach DannyHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Bates College Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Bates College D3?
Yes. Bates College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.
Is Bates College public or private?
Bates College is a private nonprofit school in Lewiston, Maine.
What conference is Bates College Men's Cross Country in?
The New England Small College Athletic Conference.
Does Bates 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 Bates College Men's Cross Country have?
4 coaches, led by Danny Feldman, the Head Men's & Women's XC Coach - Assistant Track & Field Coach (Distance).
Who is the head coach of Bates College Men's Cross Country?
Danny Feldman is the Head Men's & Women's XC Coach - Assistant Track & Field Coach (Distance).
When can Bates 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 Bates 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 Bates College cost?
In-state tuition is $66,590 and out-of-state tuition is $66,590 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,658.
What is the Bates College acceptance rate?
13% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bates College?
Admitted students typically score 1420–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Bates 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.
