Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country
Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) · Harrisonburg, Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Eastern Mennonite University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Eastern Mennonite University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Old Dominion Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- emuroyals.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 9 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 67% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg.
- Location
- Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Mennonite Church
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- emu.edu
About Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Bob Hepler, the Director of Cross Country, Track & Field and Triathlon, leads the Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country as a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Eastern Mennonite University is a small private school in Harrisonburg, Virginia with 1,154 undergraduates, a 100% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,710 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Bob Hepler, the Director of Cross Country, Track & Field and Triathlon and Kailey Gorham, the Assistant Cross Country Coach. Eastern Mennonite University has 2 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Bob 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 Eastern Mennonite University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Bob Hepler at Eastern Mennonite University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach BobHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Eastern Mennonite University D3?
Yes. Eastern Mennonite University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Cross Country, in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Is Eastern Mennonite University public or private?
Eastern Mennonite University is a private nonprofit school in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
What conference is Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country in?
The Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Does Eastern Mennonite 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 Eastern Mennonite University Women's Cross Country have?
2 coaches, led by Bob Hepler, the Director of Cross Country, Track & Field and Triathlon.
When can Eastern Mennonite 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 Eastern Mennonite 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 Eastern Mennonite University cost?
In-state tuition is $43,070 and out-of-state tuition is $43,070 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,710.
What is the Eastern Mennonite University acceptance rate?
100% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Eastern Mennonite 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.
