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University of South Dakota Women's Basketball

University of South Dakota (USD) · Vermillion, South Dakota · Public university

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NCAA IMissouri Valley Conference
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Acceptance rate99%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate60%finish within six years
Undergraduates10,619Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of South Dakota Women's Basketball coaches

Coaches at University of South Dakota who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.

Carrie EighmeyHead Coach
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Bailey MorrisAssistant Coach - Director of Operations
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Dalton SmithAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where University of South Dakota competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
goyotes.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1125–1315
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–25

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Popular majors

AccountingAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
60% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor South Dakota residents$7,773
Out-of-state tuition$11,283
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,133
Campus

Where it is

University of South Dakota in Vermillion.

Location
Vermillion, South Dakota
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
usd.edu
Overview

About University of South Dakota Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Carrie Eighmey, the Head Coach, leads the University of South Dakota Women's Basketball staff of 6 coaches, verified June 2026. University of South Dakota (USD) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Missouri Valley Conference. University of South Dakota is a large public school in Vermillion, South Dakota with 10,619 undergraduates, a 99% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,133 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of South Dakota Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Carrie Eighmey, the Head Coach and Bailey Morris, the Assistant Coach - Director of Operations. University of South Dakota has 6 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 Carrie can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of South Dakota typically score 1125–1315 on the SAT and 19–25 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 University of South Dakota staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

University of South Dakota Women's Basketball FAQ

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

Is University of South Dakota D1?

Yes. University of South Dakota competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Is University of South Dakota public or private?

University of South Dakota is a public school in Vermillion, South Dakota.

What conference is University of South Dakota Women's Basketball in?

The Missouri Valley Conference.

Does University of South Dakota offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?

University of South Dakota 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 University of South Dakota Women's Basketball have?

6 coaches, led by Carrie Eighmey, the Head Coach.

How much does University of South Dakota cost?

In-state tuition is $7,773 and out-of-state tuition is $11,283 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,133.

What is the University of South Dakota acceptance rate?

99% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of South Dakota?

Admitted students typically score 1125–1315 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of South Dakota 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