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Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) · Silver City, New Mexico · Public university

Graduation rate32%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,531Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Average net price$9,477per year after aid
Coaches

Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at Western New Mexico University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Western New Mexico University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Lone Star Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
wnmumustangs.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralCell/Cellular and Molecular BiologyCommercial and Advertising ArtCriminal Justice/Safety Studies
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
32% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor New Mexico residents$4,914
Out-of-state tuition$11,400
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$9,477
Campus

Where it is

Western New Mexico University in Silver City.

Location
Silver City, New Mexico
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Mountain
Website
wnmu.edu
Overview

About Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Brenda Nichols, the Head Coach, leads the Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Western New Mexico University (WNMU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball as a member of the Lone Star Conference. Western New Mexico University is a public school in Silver City, New Mexico with 3,531 undergraduates and an average net price of $9,477 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Brenda Nichols, the Head Coach and Celina Celaya, the Graduate Assistant. Western New Mexico 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Brenda 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 Western New Mexico University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Western New Mexico University D2?

Yes. Western New Mexico University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball, in the Lone Star Conference.

Is Western New Mexico University public or private?

Western New Mexico University is a public school in Silver City, New Mexico.

What conference is Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball in?

The Lone Star Conference.

Does Western New Mexico University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

Western New Mexico University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball have?

3 coaches, led by Brenda Nichols, the Head Coach.

How much does Western New Mexico University cost?

In-state tuition is $4,914 and out-of-state tuition is $11,400 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,477.

How do I contact the Western New Mexico 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