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Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball

Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) · New Orleans, Louisiana · Public university

Acceptance rate79%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate13%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,468Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Southern University at New Orleans who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Southern University at New Orleans competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NAIA
Conference
HBCU Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
sunoathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 820–1050
ACTMiddle 50%: 15–20

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Popular majors

Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralCriminal Justice/Safety StudiesEducation, GeneralEnglish Language and Literature, GeneralFamily and Community ServicesForensic Science and Technology
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
13% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Louisiana residents$4,484
Out-of-state tuition$13,384
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,480
Campus

Where it is

Southern University at New Orleans in New Orleans.

Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
suno.edu
Overview

About Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Destinie Smith, the Head Coach, leads the Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball staff of 2 coaches, verified July 2026. Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) competes in NAIA Women's Basketball as a member of the HBCU Athletic Conference. Southern University at New Orleans is a small public school in New Orleans, Louisiana with 2,468 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,480 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Destinie Smith, the Head Coach and William Brown, the Assistant Coach. Southern University at New Orleans 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Destinie can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Southern University at New Orleans typically score 820–1050 on the SAT and 15–20 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 Southern University at New Orleans staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Southern University at New Orleans NAIA?

Yes. Southern University at New Orleans competes in NAIA Women's Basketball, in the HBCU Athletic Conference.

Is Southern University at New Orleans public or private?

Southern University at New Orleans is a public school in New Orleans, Louisiana.

What conference is Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball in?

The HBCU Athletic Conference.

Does Southern University at New Orleans offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

Southern University at New Orleans competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Southern University at New Orleans Women's Basketball have?

2 coaches, led by Destinie Smith, the Head Coach.

How much does Southern University at New Orleans cost?

In-state tuition is $4,484 and out-of-state tuition is $13,384 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,480.

What is the Southern University at New Orleans acceptance rate?

79% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Southern University at New Orleans?

Admitted students typically score 820–1050 on the SAT and 15–20 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Southern University at New Orleans 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 July 2026