Bradley University Women's Cross Country
Bradley University (BU) · Peoria, Illinois · Private nonprofit university
Bradley University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Bradley University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Bradley University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Missouri Valley Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- bradleybraves.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Neither Required nor Recommended.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 76% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Bradley University in Peoria.
- Location
- Peoria, Illinois
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- bradley.edu
About Bradley University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Andrew Carlson, the Cross Country and Track Head Coach, leads the Bradley University Women's Cross Country staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Bradley University (BU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Missouri Valley 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. Bradley University is a private school in Peoria, Illinois with 4,777 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,703 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Bradley University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Andrew Carlson, the Cross Country and Track Head Coach and Cody Roder, the Assistant Track & Field Coach - Sprints/Jumps. Bradley University has 5 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 Andrew can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bradley University typically score 1050 – 1280 on the SAT and 24 – 30 on the ACT, and testing is neither required nor recommended. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bradley University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach AndrewHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Bradley University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Bradley University D1?
Yes. Bradley University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Is Bradley University public or private?
Bradley University is a private nonprofit school in Peoria, Illinois.
What conference is Bradley University Women's Cross Country in?
The Missouri Valley Conference.
Does Bradley University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Bradley 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 Bradley University Women's Cross Country have?
5 coaches, led by Andrew Carlson, the Cross Country and Track Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Bradley University Women's Cross Country?
Andrew Carlson is the Cross Country and Track Head Coach.
When can Bradley 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 Bradley 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 Bradley University cost?
In-state tuition is $41,210 and out-of-state tuition is $41,210 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,703.
What is the Bradley University acceptance rate?
77% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bradley University?
Admitted students typically score 1050 – 1280 on the SAT and 24 – 30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Bradley 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.
