

Howard Community College Women's Cross Country
Howard Community College (HCC) · Columbia, Maryland · Public university
Howard Community College Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Howard Community College who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Howard Community College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NJCAA
- Conference
- Region 20
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- howardccdragons.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 24% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Howard Community College in Columbia.
- Location
- Columbia, Maryland
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- howardcc.edu
About Howard Community College Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Philippe DeRosier Jr., the Head Coach Cross Country & Track & Field, leads the Howard Community College Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Howard Community College (HCC) competes in NJCAA junior college Women's Cross Country as a member of the Region 20. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Howard Community College is a public school in Columbia, Maryland with 8,643 undergraduates and an average net price of $11,468 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Howard Community College Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Philippe DeRosier Jr., the Head Coach Cross Country & Track & Field and Mike Petro, the Associate Head Coach Cross Country - Assistant Coach Track & Field. Howard Community College 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. Junior college coaches look for athletes who want to develop and transfer up.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Philippe can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Howard Community College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Philippe DeRosier Jr. at Howard Community College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach PhilippeHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Howard Community College Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Howard Community College JUCO?
Yes. Howard Community College competes in NJCAA junior college Women's Cross Country, in the Region 20.
Is Howard Community College public or private?
Howard Community College is a public school in Columbia, Maryland.
What conference is Howard Community College Women's Cross Country in?
The Region 20.
Does Howard Community College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Howard Community College competes in NJCAA junior college, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Howard Community College Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Philippe DeRosier Jr., the Head Coach Cross Country & Track & Field.
Who is the head coach of Howard Community College Women's Cross Country?
Philippe DeRosier Jr. is the Head Coach Cross Country & Track & Field.
When can Howard Community College Women's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out 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 Howard Community College 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 Howard Community College cost?
In-state tuition is $7,371 and out-of-state tuition is $10,071 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,468.
How do I contact the Howard Community College 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.





