Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country
Cleveland State University (CSU) · Cleveland, Ohio · Public university
Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Cleveland State University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Cleveland State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Horizon League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- csuvikings.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 51% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Cleveland State University in Cleveland.
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- csuohio.edu
About Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Josh Poole is the Head Coach for Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country, verified October 2026. Cleveland State University (CSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Horizon League. 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. Cleveland State University is a large public school in Cleveland, Ohio with 14,074 undergraduates, a 91% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,230 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Josh Poole, the Head Coach. Cleveland State 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 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 Josh can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Cleveland State University typically score 880 – 1130 on the SAT and 18 – 25 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 Cleveland State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach JoshHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Cleveland State University D1?
Yes. Cleveland State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Horizon League.
Is Cleveland State University public or private?
Cleveland State University is a public school in Cleveland, Ohio.
What conference is Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country in?
The Horizon League.
Does Cleveland State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Cleveland State 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 Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country have?
1 coach, led by Josh Poole, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Cleveland State University Women's Cross Country?
Josh Poole is the Head Coach.
When can Cleveland State 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 Cleveland State 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 Cleveland State University cost?
In-state tuition is $12,872 and out-of-state tuition is $18,392 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,230.
What is the Cleveland State University acceptance rate?
91% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Cleveland State University?
Admitted students typically score 880 – 1130 on the SAT and 18 – 25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Cleveland State 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.
