Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country
Fort Hays State University (FHSU) · Hays, Kansas · Public university
Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Fort Hays State University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Fort Hays State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- fhsuathletics.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
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 48% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Fort Hays State University in Hays.
- Location
- Hays, Kansas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- fhsu.edu
About Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Justin Johnson, the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach, leads the Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Fort Hays State University (FHSU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country as a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association. 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. Fort Hays State University is a large public school in Hays, Kansas with 12,878 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,186 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Justin Johnson, the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach and Ben Bumgarner, the Assistant Cross Country/Track and Field Coach - Distance. Fort Hays 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 Justin can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Fort Hays State University typically score 970–1140 on the SAT and 18–24 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 Fort Hays State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach JustinHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Fort Hays State University D2?
Yes. Fort Hays State University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Is Fort Hays State University public or private?
Fort Hays State University is a public school in Hays, Kansas.
What conference is Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country in?
The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Does Fort Hays State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Fort Hays 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 Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Justin Johnson, the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach.
Who is the head coach of Fort Hays State University Women's Cross Country?
Justin Johnson is the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach.
When can Fort Hays 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 Fort Hays 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 Fort Hays State University cost?
In-state tuition is $4,704 and out-of-state tuition is $16,522 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,186.
What is the Fort Hays State University acceptance rate?
90% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Fort Hays State University?
Admitted students typically score 970–1140 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Fort Hays 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.
