Auburn University Women's Cross Country
Auburn University (Auburn) · Auburn, Alabama · Public university
Auburn University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Auburn University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Auburn University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southeastern Conference
- Program level
- Elite Program
- Athletics site
- aumathletics.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
- 21 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 82% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Auburn University in Auburn.
- Location
- Auburn, Alabama
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- auburn.edu
About Auburn University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ryan Thompson, the Men's and Women's Cross Country Head Coach, leads the Auburn University Women's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Auburn University (Auburn) competes in NCAA Division I Women'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. Auburn University is a large public school in Auburn, Alabama with 34,145 undergraduates, a 46% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,242 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Auburn University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ryan Thompson, the Men's and Women's Cross Country Head Coach and Brady Thomas, the Cross Country Graduate Assistant Coach. Auburn University has 2 coaches for Women'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 Ryan can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Auburn University typically score 1260–1390 on the SAT and 26–31 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 Auburn University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach RyanHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Auburn University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Auburn University D1?
Yes. Auburn University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Southeastern Conference.
Is Auburn University public or private?
Auburn University is a public school in Auburn, Alabama.
What conference is Auburn University Women's Cross Country in?
The Southeastern Conference.
Does Auburn University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Auburn 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 Auburn University Women's Cross Country have?
2 coaches, led by Ryan Thompson, the Men's and Women's Cross Country Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Auburn University Women's Cross Country?
Ryan Thompson is the Men's and Women's Cross Country Head Coach.
When can Auburn University Women'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 Auburn University Women'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 Auburn University cost?
In-state tuition is $11,016 and out-of-state tuition is $33,048 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,242.
What is the Auburn University acceptance rate?
46% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Auburn University?
Admitted students typically score 1260–1390 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Auburn University Women'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.
