Alma College Men's Cross Country
Alma College (AC) · Alma, Michigan · Private nonprofit university
Alma College Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Alma College who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Alma College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- almascots.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 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
Alma College in Alma.
- Location
- Alma, Michigan
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- alma.edu
About Alma College Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Takashi Gould, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field, leads the Alma College Men's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Alma College (AC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country as a member of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Alma College is a small private school in Alma, Michigan with 1,197 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,862 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Alma College Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Takashi Gould, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field and Kegan Gibson, the Assistant Track & Field/Cross Country Coach - Vertical Jumps. Alma 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 Takashi 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 Alma College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Takashi Gould at Alma College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach TakashiHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Alma College Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Alma College D3?
Yes. Alma College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country, in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Is Alma College public or private?
Alma College is a private nonprofit school in Alma, Michigan.
What conference is Alma College Men's Cross Country in?
The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Does Alma 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 Alma College Men's Cross Country have?
4 coaches, led by Takashi Gould, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field.
When can Alma 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 Alma 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 Alma College cost?
In-state tuition is $49,282 and out-of-state tuition is $49,282 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,862.
What is the Alma College acceptance rate?
57% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Alma 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.
