Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country
Vanderbilt University (Vanderbilt) · Nashville, Tennessee · Private nonprofit university
Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Vanderbilt University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Vanderbilt University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southeastern Conference
- Program level
- Elite Program
- Athletics site
- vucommodores.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
- 8 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 94% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Vanderbilt University in Nashville.
- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- vanderbilt.edu
About Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Althea Thomas, the Director of Cross Country • Track and Field, leads the Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches, verified November 2026. Vanderbilt University (Vanderbilt) 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. Vanderbilt University is a large private school in Nashville, Tennessee with 13,575 undergraduates, a 6% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Althea Thomas, the Director of Cross Country • Track and Field and Chad Balyo, the Assistant Coach • Cross Country, Distance. Vanderbilt University has 5 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 Althea can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Vanderbilt University typically score 1500–1570 on the SAT and 34–35 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 Vanderbilt University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Althea Thomas at Vanderbilt University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach AltheaHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Vanderbilt University D1?
Yes. Vanderbilt University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Southeastern Conference.
Is Vanderbilt University public or private?
Vanderbilt University is a private nonprofit school in Nashville, Tennessee.
What conference is Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country in?
The Southeastern Conference.
Does Vanderbilt University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University Men's Cross Country have?
5 coaches, led by Althea Thomas, the Director of Cross Country • Track and Field.
When can Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University cost?
In-state tuition is $65,008 and out-of-state tuition is $65,008 a year.
What is the Vanderbilt University acceptance rate?
6% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Vanderbilt University?
Admitted students typically score 1500–1570 on the SAT and 34–35 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Vanderbilt 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.
