Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field
Western Colorado University (WCU) · Gunnison, Colorado · Public university
Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Western Colorado University who recruit Men's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Western Colorado University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gomountaineers.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
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 50% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Western Colorado University in Gunnison.
- Location
- Gunnison, Colorado
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Mountain
- Website
- western.edu
About Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Austin Billings, the Head Track & Field Coach, leads the Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Western Colorado University (WCU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field as a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Western Colorado University is a public school in Gunnison, Colorado with 3,568 undergraduates, a 100% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,711 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Austin Billings, the Head Track & Field Coach and Connor Rohrbaugh, the Assistant Coach - Throws. Western Colorado University has 2 coaches for Men's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Austin can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Western Colorado University typically score 1163–1353 on the SAT and 22–26 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 Western Colorado University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Western Colorado University D2?
Yes. Western Colorado University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Track and Field, in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Is Western Colorado University public or private?
Western Colorado University is a public school in Gunnison, Colorado.
What conference is Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field in?
The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Does Western Colorado University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Track and Field?
Western Colorado University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field have?
2 coaches, led by Austin Billings, the Head Track & Field Coach.
Who is the head coach of Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field?
Austin Billings is the Head Track & Field Coach.
When can Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field?
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 Western Colorado University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,308 and out-of-state tuition is $20,424 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,711.
What is the Western Colorado University acceptance rate?
100% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Western Colorado University?
Admitted students typically score 1163–1353 on the SAT and 22–26 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Western Colorado University Men's Track and Field 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.
