Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country
Abilene Christian University (ACU) · Abilene, Texas · Private nonprofit university
Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Abilene Christian University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Abilene Christian University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- United Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- acusports.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
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 59% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Abilene Christian University in Abilene.
- Location
- Abilene, Texas
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Churches of Christ
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- acu.edu
About Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Nathan Ott, the Associate Head Coach - Throws, leads the Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Abilene Christian University (ACU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the United 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. Abilene Christian University is a private school in Abilene, Texas with 5,219 undergraduates, a 66% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,311 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Nathan Ott, the Associate Head Coach - Throws and Miles Smith, the Director of Track & Field - Cross Country - Sprints. Abilene Christian 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 Nathan can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Abilene Christian University typically score 1070–1270 on the SAT and 22–28 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 Abilene Christian University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach NathanHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Abilene Christian University D1?
Yes. Abilene Christian University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the United Athletic Conference.
Is Abilene Christian University public or private?
Abilene Christian University is a private nonprofit school in Abilene, Texas.
What conference is Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country in?
The United Athletic Conference.
Does Abilene Christian University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Abilene Christian 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 Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country have?
5 coaches, led by Nathan Ott, the Associate Head Coach - Throws.
Who is the head coach of Abilene Christian University Men's Cross Country?
Nathan Ott is the Associate Head Coach - Throws.
When can Abilene Christian 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 Abilene Christian 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 Abilene Christian University cost?
In-state tuition is $43,900 and out-of-state tuition is $43,900 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,311.
What is the Abilene Christian University acceptance rate?
66% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Abilene Christian University?
Admitted students typically score 1070–1270 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Abilene Christian 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.
