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Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field

Lees-McRae College (LMC) · Banner Elk, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate77%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate42%finish within six years
Undergraduates910Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field coaches

Coaches at Lees-McRae College who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Lees-McRae College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Conference Carolinas
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
lmcbobcats.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralCommunication and Media Studies, OtherCriminal Justice/Law Enforcement AdministrationElementary Education and TeachingEnglish Language and Literature, GeneralExercise Science and Kinesiology
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
42% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$30,500
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,009
Campus

Where it is

Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk.

Location
Banner Elk, North Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
Time zone
Eastern
Website
lmc.edu
Overview

About Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Ley Fletcher, the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach, leads the Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Lees-McRae College (LMC) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field as a member of the Conference Carolinas. 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. Lees-McRae College is a small private school in Banner Elk, North Carolina with 910 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,009 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Ley Fletcher, the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach and Thomas McDonough, the Assistant Track & Field Coach. Lees-McRae College has 2 coaches for Women's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified results 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.
  3. Send your videoInclude race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Ley can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lees-McRae College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.

Email Coach Ley Fletcher at Lees-McRae College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.

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Questions

Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Lees-McRae College D2?

Yes. Lees-McRae College competes in NCAA Division II Women's Track and Field, in the Conference Carolinas.

Is Lees-McRae College public or private?

Lees-McRae College is a private nonprofit school in Banner Elk, North Carolina.

What conference is Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field in?

The Conference Carolinas.

Does Lees-McRae College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?

Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field have?

2 coaches, led by Ley Fletcher, the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach.

Who is the head coach of Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field?

Ley Fletcher is the Head Cross Country & Track & Field Coach.

When can Lees-McRae College Women's Track and Field 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 Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae College cost?

In-state tuition is $30,500 and out-of-state tuition is $30,500 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,009.

What is the Lees-McRae College acceptance rate?

77% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Lees-McRae College 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026