Rust College Women's Cross Country
Rust College (Rust) · Holly Springs, Mississippi · Private nonprofit university
Rust College Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Rust College who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Rust College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- HBCU Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- rustathletics.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
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 12% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Rust College in Holly Springs.
- Location
- Holly Springs, Mississippi
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- rustcollege.edu
About Rust College Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Victor Montgomery is the Head Men's & Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Coach for Rust College Women's Cross Country, verified October 2026. Rust College (Rust) competes in NAIA Women's Cross Country as a member of the HBCU Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Rust College is a small private school in Holly Springs, Mississippi with 467 undergraduates, a 49% acceptance rate and an average net price of $8,234 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Rust College Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Victor Montgomery, the Head Men's & Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Coach. Rust College has 1 coach 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Victor can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Rust College typically score 440 – 1339 on the SAT and 17 – 18 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 Rust College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach VictorHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Rust College Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Rust College NAIA?
Yes. Rust College competes in NAIA Women's Cross Country, in the HBCU Athletic Conference.
Is Rust College public or private?
Rust College is a private nonprofit school in Holly Springs, Mississippi.
What conference is Rust College Women's Cross Country in?
The HBCU Athletic Conference.
Does Rust College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Rust College competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Rust College Women's Cross Country have?
1 coach, led by Victor Montgomery, the Head Men's & Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Coach.
Who is the head coach of Rust College Women's Cross Country?
Victor Montgomery is the Head Men's & Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Coach.
When can Rust 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 Rust 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 Rust College cost?
In-state tuition is $11,385 and out-of-state tuition is $11,385 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,234.
What is the Rust College acceptance rate?
49% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Rust College?
Admitted students typically score 440 – 1339 on the SAT and 17 – 18 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Rust 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.
