Claflin University Women's Cross Country
Claflin University (Claflin) · Orangeburg, South Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Claflin University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Claflin University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Claflin University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.claflin.edu
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 52% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Claflin University in Orangeburg.
- Location
- Orangeburg, South Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- claflin.edu
About Claflin University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Malcolm Watts, the Track & Field/Cross Country Head Coach, leads the Claflin University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Claflin University (Claflin) 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. Claflin University is a small private school in Orangeburg, South Carolina with 1,852 undergraduates, a 65% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Claflin University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Malcolm Watts, the Track & Field/Cross Country Head Coach and Avis Campbell, the Assistant Track & Field/Cross Country Coach. Claflin 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 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 Malcolm 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 Claflin University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Malcolm Watts at Claflin University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MalcolmHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Claflin University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Claflin University D2?
Yes. Claflin University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Cross Country, in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Is Claflin University public or private?
Claflin University is a private nonprofit school in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
What conference is Claflin University Women's Cross Country in?
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Does Claflin University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Claflin 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 Claflin University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Malcolm Watts, the Track & Field/Cross Country Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Claflin University Women's Cross Country?
Malcolm Watts is the Track & Field/Cross Country Head Coach.
When can Claflin 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 Claflin 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 Claflin University cost?
In-state tuition is $16,476 and out-of-state tuition is $16,476 a year.
What is the Claflin University acceptance rate?
65% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Claflin 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.
