Shenandoah University Women's Basketball
Shenandoah University (SU) · Winchester, Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Shenandoah University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Shenandoah University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Shenandoah University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Old Dominion Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- suhornets.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 67% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Shenandoah University in Winchester.
- Location
- Winchester, Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- su.edu
About Shenandoah University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, the Head Coach, leads the Shenandoah University Women's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Shenandoah University (SU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball as a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Shenandoah University is a private school in Winchester, Virginia with 4,454 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,400 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Shenandoah University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, the Head Coach and Elsebeth Birman, the Assistant Coach. Shenandoah University has 3 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Melissa can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Shenandoah University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Shenandoah University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Shenandoah University D3?
Yes. Shenandoah University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball, in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Is Shenandoah University public or private?
Shenandoah University is a private nonprofit school in Winchester, Virginia.
What conference is Shenandoah University Women's Basketball in?
The Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Does Shenandoah University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Shenandoah University Women's Basketball have?
3 coaches, led by Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, the Head Coach.
How much does Shenandoah University cost?
In-state tuition is $35,460 and out-of-state tuition is $35,460 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,400.
What is the Shenandoah University acceptance rate?
77% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Shenandoah University Women's Basketball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.