Furman University Men's Basketball
Furman University (Furman) · Greenville, South Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Furman University Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Furman University who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Furman University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southern Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- furmanpaladins.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
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 79% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Furman University in Greenville.
- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- furman.edu
About Furman University Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Bob Richey, the Head Coach, leads the Furman University Men's Basketball staff of 8 coaches, verified June 2026. Furman University (Furman) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball as a member of the Southern Conference. Furman University is a small private school in Greenville, South Carolina with 2,554 undergraduates, a 43% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,901 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Furman University Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Bob Richey, the Head Coach and Pat Estepp, the Assistant Head Coach. Furman University has 8 coaches for Men's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats 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 a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Bob can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Furman University typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 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 Furman University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Furman University Men's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Furman University D1?
Yes. Furman University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball, in the Southern Conference.
Is Furman University public or private?
Furman University is a private nonprofit school in Greenville, South Carolina.
What conference is Furman University Men's Basketball in?
The Southern Conference.
Does Furman University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
Furman 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 Furman University Men's Basketball have?
8 coaches, led by Bob Richey, the Head Coach.
How much does Furman University cost?
In-state tuition is $59,360 and out-of-state tuition is $59,360 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,901.
What is the Furman University acceptance rate?
43% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Furman University?
Admitted students typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Furman University Men's Basketball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.