Elon University Women's Track and Field
Elon University (Elon) · Elon, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Elon University Women's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Elon University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Elon University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Colonial Athletic Association
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- elonphoenix.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
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 84% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Elon University in Elon.
- Location
- Elon, North Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- elon.edu
About Elon University Women's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mark Rinker, the Head Coach - Cross Country / Assistant Coach - Track & Field, leads the Elon University Women's Track and Field staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. Elon University (Elon) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Track and Field as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. 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. Elon University is a private school in Elon, North Carolina with 7,239 undergraduates, a 66% acceptance rate and an average net price of $41,849 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Elon University Women's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Mark Rinker, the Head Coach - Cross Country / Assistant Coach - Track & Field and Mark Elliston, the Director of Track and Field and Cross Country. Elon University has 6 coaches for Women's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results 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 race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Mark can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Elon University typically score 1130–1280 on the SAT and 23–28 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 Elon University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Mark Rinker at Elon University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MarkHow track and field recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Elon University Women's Track and Field FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Elon University D1?
Yes. Elon University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Track and Field, in the Colonial Athletic Association.
Is Elon University public or private?
Elon University is a private nonprofit school in Elon, North Carolina.
What conference is Elon University Women's Track and Field in?
The Colonial Athletic Association.
Does Elon University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?
Elon 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 Elon University Women's Track and Field have?
6 coaches, led by Mark Rinker, the Head Coach - Cross Country / Assistant Coach - Track & Field.
Who is the head coach of Elon University Women's Track and Field?
Mark Rinker is the Head Coach - Cross Country / Assistant Coach - Track & Field.
When can Elon University Women's Track and Field 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 Elon University Women's Track and Field?
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 Elon University cost?
In-state tuition is $46,451 and out-of-state tuition is $46,451 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $41,849.
What is the Elon University acceptance rate?
66% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Elon University?
Admitted students typically score 1130–1280 on the SAT and 23–28 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Elon University Women's Track and Field 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.
