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Knox College Women's Basketball

Knox College (Knox College) · Galesburg, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate71%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate68%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,136Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Knox College Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Knox College who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Knox College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Midwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
prairiefire.knox
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1180–1440
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–32

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Popular majors

African-American/Black StudiesArt History, Criticism and ConservationAsian Studies/CivilizationBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
68% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$57,075
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$25,524
Campus

Where it is

Knox College in Galesburg.

Location
Galesburg, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
knox.edu
Overview

About Knox College Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Emily Carpenter, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Knox College Women's Basketball staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Knox College (Knox College) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball as a member of the Midwest Conference. Knox College is a small private school in Galesburg, Illinois with 1,136 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,524 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Knox College Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Emily Carpenter, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Kelsi Thompson, the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Knox College has 2 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 Emily can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Knox College typically score 1180–1440 on the SAT and 21–32 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 Knox College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Knox College Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Knox College D3?

Yes. Knox College competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball, in the Midwest Conference.

Is Knox College public or private?

Knox College is a private nonprofit school in Galesburg, Illinois.

What conference is Knox College Women's Basketball in?

The Midwest Conference.

Does Knox College 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 Knox College Women's Basketball have?

2 coaches, led by Emily Carpenter, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.

How much does Knox College cost?

In-state tuition is $57,075 and out-of-state tuition is $57,075 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,524.

What is the Knox College acceptance rate?

71% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Knox College?

Admitted students typically score 1180–1440 on the SAT and 21–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Knox College 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