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Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) · Danbury, Connecticut · Public university

Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIIFreedom Football Conference
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Acceptance rate87%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate52%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,169Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Western Connecticut State University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Western Connecticut State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Freedom Football Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
westconnathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1040–1170
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–29

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralAtmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCommunication and Media Studies, Other
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
52% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Connecticut residents$6,998
Out-of-state tuition$10,498
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,185
Campus

Where it is

Western Connecticut State University in Danbury.

Location
Danbury, Connecticut
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
wcsu.edu
Overview

About Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Maria Conlon, the Head Coach, leads the Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball as a member of the Freedom Football Conference. Western Connecticut State University is a public school in Danbury, Connecticut with 4,169 undergraduates, a 87% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,185 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Maria Conlon, the Head Coach and Lamar Mayo, the Assistant Coach. Western Connecticut State University has 3 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Maria can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Western Connecticut State University typically score 1040–1170 on the SAT and 19 – 29 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Western Connecticut State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Western Connecticut State University D3?

Yes. Western Connecticut State University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball, in the Freedom Football Conference.

Is Western Connecticut State University public or private?

Western Connecticut State University is a public school in Danbury, Connecticut.

What conference is Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball in?

The Freedom Football Conference.

Does Western Connecticut State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball have?

3 coaches, led by Maria Conlon, the Head Coach.

How much does Western Connecticut State University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,998 and out-of-state tuition is $10,498 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,185.

What is the Western Connecticut State University acceptance rate?

87% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Western Connecticut State University?

Admitted students typically score 1040–1170 on the SAT and 19 – 29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Western Connecticut State University Women's Basketball 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 June 2026