Shaw University Women's Cross Country
Shaw University (Shaw U) · Raleigh, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Shaw University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Shaw University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Shaw University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- shawbears.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 22% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Shaw University in Raleigh.
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Baptist
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- shawu.edu
About Shaw University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kevin Howell, Sr. is the Head Coach Cross Country & Track and Field for Shaw University Women's Cross Country, verified October 2026. Shaw University (Shaw U) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country as a member of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Shaw University is a small private school in Raleigh, North Carolina with 964 undergraduates, a 80% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Shaw University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kevin Howell, Sr., the Head Coach Cross Country & Track and Field. Shaw University 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. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Kevin 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 Shaw University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach KevinHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Shaw University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Shaw University D2?
Yes. Shaw University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Is Shaw University public or private?
Shaw University is a private nonprofit school in Raleigh, North Carolina.
What conference is Shaw University Women's Cross Country in?
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Does Shaw University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Shaw University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Shaw University Women's Cross Country have?
1 coach, led by Kevin Howell, Sr., the Head Coach Cross Country & Track and Field.
Who is the head coach of Shaw University Women's Cross Country?
Kevin Howell, Sr. is the Head Coach Cross Country & Track and Field.
When can Shaw University Women's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Shaw 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 Shaw University cost?
In-state tuition is $12,792 and out-of-state tuition is $12,792 a year.
What is the Shaw University acceptance rate?
80% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Shaw 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.
