Wellesley College Women's Cross Country
Wellesley College (Wellesley) · Wellesley, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university
Wellesley College Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Wellesley College who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Wellesley College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- wellesleyblue.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
- 7 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 92% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Wellesley College in Wellesley.
- Location
- Wellesley, Massachusetts
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- wellesley.edu
About Wellesley College Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Phil Jennings, the Head Track & Field Coach - PERA Assistant Professor of the Practice, leads the Wellesley College Women's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Wellesley College (Wellesley) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Wellesley College is a small private school in Wellesley, Massachusetts with 2,407 undergraduates, a 14% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,501 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Wellesley College Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Phil Jennings, the Head Track & Field Coach - PERA Assistant Professor of the Practice. Wellesley College has 2 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 Phil can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Wellesley College typically score 1460–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 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 Wellesley College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Phil Jennings at Wellesley College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach PhilHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Wellesley College Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Wellesley College D3?
Yes. Wellesley College competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.
Is Wellesley College public or private?
Wellesley College is a private nonprofit school in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
What conference is Wellesley College Women's Cross Country in?
The New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.
Does Wellesley College 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 Wellesley College Women's Cross Country have?
2 coaches, led by Phil Jennings, the Head Track & Field Coach - PERA Assistant Professor of the Practice.
Who is the head coach of Wellesley College Women's Cross Country?
Phil Jennings is the Head Track & Field Coach - PERA Assistant Professor of the Practice.
When can Wellesley College 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 Wellesley 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 Wellesley College cost?
In-state tuition is $66,880 and out-of-state tuition is $66,880 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,501.
What is the Wellesley College acceptance rate?
14% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Wellesley College?
Admitted students typically score 1460–1560 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Wellesley 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.
