Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country
Gonzaga University (GU) · Spokane, Washington · Private nonprofit university
Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Gonzaga University who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Gonzaga University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- West Coast Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- gozags.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 86% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Gonzaga University in Spokane.
- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- gonzaga.edu
About Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Pat Tyson, the Director of Cross Country/Track & Field - Head Coach, leads the Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Gonzaga University (GU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the West Coast 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. Gonzaga University is a private school in Spokane, Washington with 7,470 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $40,295 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Pat Tyson, the Director of Cross Country/Track & Field - Head Coach and McKenna Hansen, the Interim Head Coach. Gonzaga 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 Pat can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Gonzaga University typically score 1190–1380 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Gonzaga University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach PatHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Gonzaga University D1?
Yes. Gonzaga University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country, in the West Coast Conference.
Is Gonzaga University public or private?
Gonzaga University is a private nonprofit school in Spokane, Washington.
What conference is Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country in?
The West Coast Conference.
Does Gonzaga University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Gonzaga 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 Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country have?
3 coaches, led by Pat Tyson, the Director of Cross Country/Track & Field - Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Gonzaga University Women's Cross Country?
Pat Tyson is the Director of Cross Country/Track & Field - Head Coach.
When can Gonzaga 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 Gonzaga 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 Gonzaga University cost?
In-state tuition is $54,380 and out-of-state tuition is $54,380 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $40,295.
What is the Gonzaga University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Gonzaga University?
Admitted students typically score 1190–1380 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Gonzaga 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.
