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Furman University Women's Basketball

Furman University (Furman) · Greenville, South Carolina · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate43%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate79%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,554Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Furman University Women's Basketball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Furman University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southern Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
furmanpaladins.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1260–1430
ACTMiddle 50%: 28–32

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Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralAsian Studies/CivilizationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
79% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$59,360
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$32,901
Campus

Where it is

Furman University in Greenville.

Location
Greenville, South Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
furman.edu
Overview

About Furman University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Pierre Curtis, the Head Coach, leads the Furman University Women's Basketball staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Furman University (Furman) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Southern Conference. Furman University is a small private school in Greenville, South Carolina with 2,554 undergraduates, a 43% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,901 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Furman University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Pierre Curtis, the Head Coach and Ashley Johnson, the Associate Head Coach. Furman University has 2 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 Pierre can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Furman University typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 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 Furman University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Furman University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is Furman University D1?

Yes. Furman University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Southern Conference.

Is Furman University public or private?

Furman University is a private nonprofit school in Greenville, South Carolina.

What conference is Furman University Women's Basketball in?

The Southern Conference.

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

Furman 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 Furman University Women's Basketball have?

2 coaches, led by Pierre Curtis, the Head Coach.

How much does Furman University cost?

In-state tuition is $59,360 and out-of-state tuition is $59,360 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,901.

What is the Furman University acceptance rate?

43% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Furman 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