Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country
Valdosta State University (VSU) · Valdosta, Georgia · Public university
Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Valdosta State University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Valdosta State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Gulf South Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- vstateblazers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 42% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Valdosta State University in Valdosta.
- Location
- Valdosta, Georgia
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- valdosta.edu
About Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Todd Smoot, the Head Cross Country Coach, leads the Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Valdosta State University (VSU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country as a member of the Gulf South 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. Valdosta State University is a large public school in Valdosta, Georgia with 10,262 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $11,144 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Todd Smoot, the Head Cross Country Coach and Alice Smoot, the Assistant/Community Coach. Valdosta State University has 3 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Todd can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Valdosta State University typically score 920–1100 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Valdosta State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach ToddHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Valdosta State University D2?
Yes. Valdosta State University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Gulf South Conference.
Is Valdosta State University public or private?
Valdosta State University is a public school in Valdosta, Georgia.
What conference is Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country in?
The Gulf South Conference.
Does Valdosta State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Valdosta State 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 Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Todd Smoot, the Head Cross Country Coach.
Who is the head coach of Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country?
Todd Smoot is the Head Cross Country Coach.
When can Valdosta State University Women's Cross Country 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 Valdosta State 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 Valdosta State University cost?
In-state tuition is $4,488 and out-of-state tuition is $16,200 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,144.
What is the Valdosta State University acceptance rate?
72% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Valdosta State University?
Admitted students typically score 920–1100 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Valdosta State 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.
