

Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country
Saint Peter's University (SPU) · Jersey City, New Jersey · Private nonprofit university
Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Saint Peter's University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Saint Peter's University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- saintpeterspeacocks.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 58% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Saint Peter's University in Jersey City.
- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- saintpeters.edu
About Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
John Marshall, the Head Coach, leads the Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Saint Peter's University (SPU) 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. Saint Peter's University is a private school in Jersey City, New Jersey with 3,572 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,486 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail John Marshall, the Head Coach and Anthony Ashley, the Assistant Coach. Saint Peter's 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 John 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 Saint Peter's University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach John Marshall at Saint Peter's University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JohnHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Saint Peter's University D1?
Yes. Saint Peter's University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Is Saint Peter's University public or private?
Saint Peter's University is a private nonprofit school in Jersey City, New Jersey.
What conference is Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country in?
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Does Saint Peter's University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Saint Peter's 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 Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by John Marshall, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Saint Peter's University Women's Cross Country?
John Marshall is the Head Coach.
When can Saint Peter's 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 Saint Peter's 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 Saint Peter's University cost?
In-state tuition is $41,152 and out-of-state tuition is $41,152 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,486.
What is the Saint Peter's University acceptance rate?
90% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Saint Peter's 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.





