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Hood College Women's Basketball

Hood College (HC) · Frederick, Maryland · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate78%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate57%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,101Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Hood College Women's Basketball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Hood College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
hoodathletics.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCommunication and Media Studies, Other
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
57% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$46,700
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,462
Campus

Where it is

Hood College in Frederick.

Location
Frederick, Maryland
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
hood.edu
Overview

About Hood College Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

DéRonté Polite, the Head Coach, leads the Hood College Women's Basketball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Hood College (HC) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball as a member of the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation. Hood College is a small private school in Frederick, Maryland with 2,101 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,462 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Hood College Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail DéRonté Polite, the Head Coach and Nashid Coleman, the Assistant Coach. Hood College has 4 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 DéRonté 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 Hood College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Hood College Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Hood College D3?

Yes. Hood College competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball, in the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.

Is Hood College public or private?

Hood College is a private nonprofit school in Frederick, Maryland.

What conference is Hood College Women's Basketball in?

The Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.

Does Hood 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 Hood College Women's Basketball have?

4 coaches, led by DéRonté Polite, the Head Coach.

How much does Hood College cost?

In-state tuition is $46,700 and out-of-state tuition is $46,700 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,462.

What is the Hood College acceptance rate?

78% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Hood 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