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Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country

Delaware Valley University (DVU) · Doylestown, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate56%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,199Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Delaware Valley University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Delaware Valley University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.delval.edu
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1090–1303
ACTMiddle 50%: 23–30

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Popular majors

Agribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAgroecology and Sustainable AgricultureAgronomy and Crop ScienceAnimal Sciences, GeneralAnimal Sciences, OtherBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
56% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$42,140
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$28,401
Campus

Where it is

Delaware Valley University in Doylestown.

Location
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
delval.edu
Overview

About Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Dylan Bennett, the Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach, leads the Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Delaware Valley University (DVU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Delaware Valley University is a small private school in Doylestown, Pennsylvania with 2,199 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,401 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Dylan Bennett, the Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach and Leroy Sims, the Assistant Coach (Mid-Distance/Hurdles). Delaware Valley 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.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Dylan can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Delaware Valley University typically score 1090–1303 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Delaware Valley University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

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Questions

Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Delaware Valley University D3?

Yes. Delaware Valley University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.

Is Delaware Valley University public or private?

Delaware Valley University is a private nonprofit school in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

What conference is Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country in?

The Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.

Does Delaware Valley University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Dylan Bennett, the Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach.

Who is the head coach of Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country?

Dylan Bennett is the Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach.

When can Delaware Valley University Women's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. 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 Delaware Valley 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 Delaware Valley University cost?

In-state tuition is $42,140 and out-of-state tuition is $42,140 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,401.

What is the Delaware Valley University acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Delaware Valley University?

Admitted students typically score 1090–1303 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Delaware Valley 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026