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Wilberforce University Women's Basketball

Wilberforce University (WU) · Wilberforce, Ohio · Private nonprofit university

Somewhat Recognized
NAIAHBCU Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate41%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate12%finish within six years
Undergraduates838Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Women's Basketball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Wilberforce University competes and how it ranks.

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

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 840–940
ACTMiddle 50%: 14–18

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Popular majors

Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralComputer ScienceCriminal Justice/Law Enforcement AdministrationElectrical and Electronics EngineeringGeneral LiteratureHealth Services Administration
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
12% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$14,718
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$8,222
Campus

Where it is

Wilberforce University in Wilberforce.

Location
Wilberforce, Ohio
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
African Methodist Episcopal
Time zone
Eastern
Website
wilberforce.edu
Overview

About Wilberforce University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Wilberforce University (WU) competes in NAIA Women's Basketball as a member of the HBCU Athletic Conference. The program has 1 coach on staff, led by Jaleesa Sams, the Head Women's Basketball Coach. Wilberforce University is a small private school in Wilberforce, Ohio with 838 undergraduates, a 41% acceptance rate and an average net price of $8,222 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Wilberforce University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail the head coach and any assistant who recruits your position. Coaches read emails addressed to them by name.
  2. Lead with your numbersNAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early. Share your numbers, film and academic profile up front.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 840 - 940 on the SAT and 14 - 18 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
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Questions

Wilberforce University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

What division is Wilberforce University Women's Basketball?

Wilberforce University competes in NAIA Women's Basketball.

What conference is Wilberforce University Women's Basketball in?

The HBCU Athletic Conference.

How many coaches does Wilberforce University Women's Basketball have?

1 coach, led by Jaleesa Sams, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.

How much does Wilberforce University cost?

In-state tuition is $14,718 and out-of-state tuition is $14,718 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,222.

What is the Wilberforce University acceptance rate?

41% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Wilberforce University Women's Basketball coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account 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