Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) · Prairie View, Texas · Public university
Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Prairie View A&M University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Prairie View A&M University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southwestern Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- pvpanthers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 43% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View.
- Location
- Prairie View, Texas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- pvamu.edu
About Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Erik Dixon, the Head Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach, leads the Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Southwestern 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. Prairie View A&M University is a public school in Prairie View, Texas with 9,922 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,448 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Erik Dixon, the Head Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach and Jared Mack, the Assistant Track & Field Coach. Prairie View A&M 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 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 Erik can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Prairie View A&M University typically score 860–1080 on the SAT and 16–21 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Prairie View A&M University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Erik Dixon at Prairie View A&M University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach ErikHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Prairie View A&M University D1?
Yes. Prairie View A&M University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Is Prairie View A&M University public or private?
Prairie View A&M University is a public school in Prairie View, Texas.
What conference is Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country in?
The Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Does Prairie View A&M University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Prairie View A&M 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 Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Erik Dixon, the Head Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach.
Who is the head coach of Prairie View A&M University Women's Cross Country?
Erik Dixon is the Head Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach.
When can Prairie View A&M 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 Prairie View A&M 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 Prairie View A&M University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,387 and out-of-state tuition is $22,590 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,448.
What is the Prairie View A&M University acceptance rate?
79% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Prairie View A&M University?
Admitted students typically score 860–1080 on the SAT and 16–21 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Prairie View A&M 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.
