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Portland State University Women's Basketball

Portland State University (PSU) · Portland, Oregon · Public university

Acceptance rate91%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates19,951Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Portland State University Women's Basketball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Portland State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Sky Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
goviks.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArchitectureArt History, Criticism and ConservationAudiology/Audiologist
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Oregon residents$9,114
Out-of-state tuition$27,132
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$10,195
Campus

Where it is

Portland State University in Portland.

Location
Portland, Oregon
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
pdx.edu
Overview

About Portland State University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Karlie Burris, the Head Coach, leads the Portland State University Women's Basketball staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. Portland State University (PSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Big Sky Conference. Portland State University is a large public school in Portland, Oregon with 19,951 undergraduates, a 91% acceptance rate and an average net price of $10,195 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Portland State University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Karlie Burris, the Head Coach and Kerri Nakamoto, the Associate Head Coach. Portland State 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 Karlie 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 Portland State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Portland State University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Portland State University D1?

Yes. Portland State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Big Sky Conference.

Is Portland State University public or private?

Portland State University is a public school in Portland, Oregon.

What conference is Portland State University Women's Basketball in?

The Big Sky Conference.

Does Portland State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

Portland State 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 Portland State University Women's Basketball have?

5 coaches, led by Karlie Burris, the Head Coach.

How much does Portland State University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,114 and out-of-state tuition is $27,132 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,195.

What is the Portland State University acceptance rate?

91% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Portland State 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