Greenville University Women's Cross Country
Greenville University (GU) · Greenville, Illinois · Private nonprofit university
Greenville University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Greenville University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Greenville University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- greenvillepanthers.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
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 40% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Greenville University in Greenville.
- Location
- Greenville, Illinois
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Free Methodist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- greenville.edu
About Greenville University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brian Patton, the Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach - Head Men's and Women's Track & Field Coach, leads the Greenville University Women's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Greenville University (GU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Greenville University is a small private school in Greenville, Illinois with 1,104 undergraduates, a 97% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Greenville University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brian Patton, the Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach - Head Men's and Women's Track & Field Coach and Nathan Potts, the Associate Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach - Assistant Men's and Women's Track & Field Coach. Greenville University has 4 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Brian can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Greenville University typically score 771–1230 on the SAT and 16–28 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 Greenville University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach BrianHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Greenville University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Greenville University D3?
Yes. Greenville University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference.
Is Greenville University public or private?
Greenville University is a private nonprofit school in Greenville, Illinois.
What conference is Greenville University Women's Cross Country in?
The Upper Midwest Athletic Conference.
Does Greenville University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Greenville University Women's Cross Country have?
4 coaches, led by Brian Patton, the Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach - Head Men's and Women's Track & Field Coach.
Who is the head coach of Greenville University Women's Cross Country?
Brian Patton is the Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach - Head Men's and Women's Track & Field Coach.
When can Greenville University Women's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. 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 Greenville 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 Greenville University cost?
In-state tuition is $31,500 and out-of-state tuition is $31,500 a year.
What is the Greenville University acceptance rate?
97% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Greenville University?
Admitted students typically score 771–1230 on the SAT and 16–28 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Greenville 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.
