

Marshall University Men's Cross Country
Marshall University (Marshall) · Huntington, West Virginia · Public university
Marshall University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Marshall University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Marshall University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Sun Belt Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- herdzone.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 51% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Marshall University in Huntington.
- Location
- Huntington, West Virginia
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- marshall.edu
About Marshall University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Caleb Bowen, the Head Coach - Cross Country - Assistant Coach - Track & Field, leads the Marshall University Men's Cross Country staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. Marshall University (Marshall) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country as a member of the Sun Belt 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. Marshall University is a large public school in Huntington, West Virginia with 11,958 undergraduates, a 96% acceptance rate and an average net price of $8,076 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Marshall University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Caleb Bowen, the Head Coach - Cross Country - Assistant Coach - Track & Field and Tessa Roberts, the Associate Head Coach. Marshall 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 Caleb can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Marshall University typically score 910–1150 on the SAT and 19–24 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 Marshall University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach CalebHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Marshall University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Marshall University D1?
Yes. Marshall University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Cross Country, in the Sun Belt Conference.
Is Marshall University public or private?
Marshall University is a public school in Huntington, West Virginia.
What conference is Marshall University Men's Cross Country in?
The Sun Belt Conference.
Does Marshall University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Marshall 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 Marshall University Men's Cross Country have?
6 coaches, led by Caleb Bowen, the Head Coach - Cross Country - Assistant Coach - Track & Field.
Who is the head coach of Marshall University Men's Cross Country?
Caleb Bowen is the Head Coach - Cross Country - Assistant Coach - Track & Field.
When can Marshall 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 Marshall 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 Marshall University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,568 and out-of-state tuition is $18,748 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,076.
What is the Marshall University acceptance rate?
96% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Marshall University?
Admitted students typically score 910–1150 on the SAT and 19–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Marshall 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.




