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Boston University Women's Basketball

Boston University (BU) · Boston, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate11%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate89%finish within six years
Undergraduates37,737Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Boston University Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Boston University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Boston University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Patriot League
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
goterriers.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1420–1530
ACTMiddle 50%: 32–34

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Popular majors

ActingAdvertisingAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAncient Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArcheologyArchitectural History and Criticism, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
89% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$66,670
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$27,551
Campus

Where it is

Boston University in Boston.

Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
bu.edu
Overview

About Boston University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Melissa Graves, the Head Coach, leads the Boston University Women's Basketball staff of 5 coaches, verified September 2026. Boston University (BU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Patriot League. Boston University is a large private school in Boston, Massachusetts with 37,737 undergraduates, a 11% acceptance rate and an average net price of $27,551 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Boston University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Melissa Graves, the Head Coach and Katie Nelson, the Assistant Coach. Boston University has 5 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Melissa can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Boston University typically score 1420–1530 on the SAT and 32–34 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 Boston University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Boston University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Boston University D1?

Yes. Boston University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Patriot League.

Is Boston University public or private?

Boston University is a private nonprofit school in Boston, Massachusetts.

What conference is Boston University Women's Basketball in?

The Patriot League.

Does Boston University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

Boston 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 Boston University Women's Basketball have?

5 coaches, led by Melissa Graves, the Head Coach.

How much does Boston University cost?

In-state tuition is $66,670 and out-of-state tuition is $66,670 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $27,551.

What is the Boston University acceptance rate?

11% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Boston University?

Admitted students typically score 1420–1530 on the SAT and 32–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Boston 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 September 2026