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Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball

Southern Methodist University (SMU) · Dallas, Texas · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA IAtlantic Coast Conference
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Acceptance rate63%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate84%finish within six years
Undergraduates12,116Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Women's Basketball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Southern Methodist University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
smumustangs.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1340–1490
ACTMiddle 50%: 30–34

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Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
84% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$59,500
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$45,792
Campus

Where it is

Southern Methodist University in Dallas.

Location
Dallas, Texas
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
United Methodist
Time zone
Central
Website
smu.edu
Overview

About Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Southern Methodist University (SMU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The program has 9 coaches on staff, led by Adia Barnes, the Head Coach. Southern Methodist University is a large private school in Dallas, Texas with 12,116 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate and an average net price of $45,792 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball

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

  1. Find the right coachSouthern Methodist University has 9 coaches for Women's Basketball, including the Assistant Coach. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision I coaches look at your stats, times or film first. Put your best numbers, position and grad year in the subject line.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 1340-1490 on the SAT and 30-34 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.
Email the Southern Methodist University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball FAQ

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

What division is Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball?

Southern Methodist University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball.

What conference is Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball in?

The Atlantic Coast Conference.

How many coaches does Southern Methodist University Women's Basketball have?

9 coaches, led by Adia Barnes, the Head Coach.

How much does Southern Methodist University cost?

In-state tuition is $59,500 and out-of-state tuition is $59,500 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $45,792.

What is the Southern Methodist University acceptance rate?

63% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Southern Methodist 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 June 2026