Rider University Women's Cross Country
Rider University (Rider) · Lawrenceville, New Jersey · Private nonprofit university
Rider University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Rider University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Rider University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gobroncs.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
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 61% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Rider University in Lawrenceville.
- Location
- Lawrenceville, New Jersey
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- rider.edu
About Rider University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Bob Hamer, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field, leads the Rider University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Rider University (Rider) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Rider University is a private school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey with 4,003 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,618 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Rider University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Bob Hamer, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field and Mike Zurzolo, the Assistant Coach. Rider 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Bob can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Rider University typically score 1100–1320 on the SAT and 27–31 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 Rider University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Bob Hamer at Rider University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach BobHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Rider University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Rider University D1?
Yes. Rider University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Is Rider University public or private?
Rider University is a private nonprofit school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.
What conference is Rider University Women's Cross Country in?
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Does Rider University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Rider University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Rider University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Bob Hamer, the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field.
When can Rider University Women's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. 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 Rider 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 Rider University cost?
In-state tuition is $39,700 and out-of-state tuition is $39,700 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,618.
What is the Rider University acceptance rate?
79% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Rider University?
Admitted students typically score 1100–1320 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Rider 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.
