East Carolina University Women's Cross Country
East Carolina University (ECU) · Greenville, North Carolina · Public university
East Carolina University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at East Carolina University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where East Carolina University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- American Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- ecupirates.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
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 63% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
East Carolina University in Greenville.
- Location
- Greenville, North Carolina
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- ecu.edu
About East Carolina University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Virgil Givens, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country, leads the East Carolina University Women's Cross Country staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. East Carolina University (ECU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the American 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. East Carolina University is a large public school in Greenville, North Carolina with 26,940 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,755 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by East Carolina University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Virgil Givens, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country and Alex Sawyer, the Assistant Coach - Distance. East Carolina University has 6 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 Virgil can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at East Carolina University typically score 1070–1240 on the SAT and 21–26 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 East Carolina University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach VirgilHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →East Carolina University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is East Carolina University D1?
Yes. East Carolina University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the American Athletic Conference.
Is East Carolina University public or private?
East Carolina University is a public school in Greenville, North Carolina.
What conference is East Carolina University Women's Cross Country in?
The American Athletic Conference.
Does East Carolina University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
East Carolina 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 East Carolina University Women's Cross Country have?
6 coaches, led by Virgil Givens, the Director of Track and Field - Cross Country.
When can East Carolina 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 East Carolina 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 East Carolina University cost?
In-state tuition is $4,452 and out-of-state tuition is $20,729 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,755.
What is the East Carolina University acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for East Carolina University?
Admitted students typically score 1070–1240 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.
How do I contact the East Carolina 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.
