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William & Mary Men's Cross Country

William & Mary (W&M) · Williamsburg, Virginia · Public university

Acceptance rate34%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate89%finish within six years
Undergraduates9,818Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

William & Mary Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at William & Mary who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where William & Mary competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Colonial Athletic Association
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
tribeathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1400–1530
ACTMiddle 50%: 32–34

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Popular majors

American/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArea Studies, OtherArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
89% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Virginia residents$18,709
Out-of-state tuition$43,442
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,686
Campus

Where it is

William & Mary in Williamsburg.

Location
Williamsburg, Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
wm.edu
Overview

About William & Mary Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Adam Smith, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, leads the William & Mary Men's Cross Country staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. William & Mary (W&M) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. 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. William & Mary is a public school in Williamsburg, Virginia with 9,818 undergraduates, a 34% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,686 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by William & Mary Men's Cross Country

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Adam Smith, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country and Chris Fox, the Assistant Coach, Distance. William & Mary has 6 coaches for Men's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. 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.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Adam can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at William & Mary typically score 1400–1530 on the SAT and 32–34 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the William & Mary staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

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Questions

William & Mary Men's Cross Country FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is William & Mary D1?

Yes. William & Mary competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Colonial Athletic Association.

Is William & Mary public or private?

William & Mary is a public school in Williamsburg, Virginia.

What conference is William & Mary Men's Cross Country in?

The Colonial Athletic Association.

Does William & Mary offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

William & Mary 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 William & Mary Men's Cross Country have?

6 coaches, led by Adam Smith, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country.

When can William & Mary 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 William & Mary 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 William & Mary cost?

In-state tuition is $18,709 and out-of-state tuition is $43,442 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,686.

What is the William & Mary acceptance rate?

34% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for William & Mary?

Admitted students typically score 1400–1530 on the SAT and 32–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the William & Mary 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026