Morgan State University Men's Cross Country
Morgan State University (MSU) · Baltimore, Maryland · Public university
Morgan State University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Morgan State University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Morgan State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- morganstatebears.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
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 41% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Morgan State University in Baltimore.
- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- morgan.edu
About Morgan State University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Neville Hodge, the Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach, leads the Morgan State University Men's Cross Country staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. Morgan State University (MSU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic 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. Morgan State University is a large public school in Baltimore, Maryland with 10,739 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,476 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Morgan State University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Neville Hodge, the Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach and Janice Smythe, the Associate Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach. Morgan State 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 Neville can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Morgan State University typically score 840–1070 on the SAT and 16–21 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 Morgan State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Neville Hodge at Morgan State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach NevilleHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Morgan State University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Morgan State University D1?
Yes. Morgan State University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Is Morgan State University public or private?
Morgan State University is a public school in Baltimore, Maryland.
What conference is Morgan State University Men's Cross Country in?
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Does Morgan State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Morgan 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 Morgan State University Men's Cross Country have?
6 coaches, led by Neville Hodge, the Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach.
Who is the head coach of Morgan State University Men's Cross Country?
Neville Hodge is the Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach.
When can Morgan 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 Morgan 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 Morgan State University cost?
In-state tuition is $5,698 and out-of-state tuition is $16,593 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,476.
What is the Morgan State University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Morgan State University?
Admitted students typically score 840–1070 on the SAT and 16–21 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Morgan 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.
