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Howard Payne University Women's Tennis

Howard Payne University (HPU) · Brownwood, Texas · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate67%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate28%finish within six years
Undergraduates809Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Howard Payne University Women's Tennis coaches

Coaches at Howard Payne University who recruit Women's Tennis, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Howard Payne University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
American Southwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
hpusports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 880–1160
ACTMiddle 50%: 16–27

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Popular majors

American Government and Politics (United States)Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiomedical Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChristian StudiesCommunication, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
28% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$30,702
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$25,768
Campus

Where it is

Howard Payne University in Brownwood.

Location
Brownwood, Texas
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Baptist
Time zone
Central
Website
hputx.edu
Overview

About Howard Payne University Women's Tennis

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Josh Lopez, the Head Coach, leads the Howard Payne University Women's Tennis staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Howard Payne University (HPU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Tennis as a member of the American Southwest Conference. Howard Payne University is a small private school in Brownwood, Texas with 809 undergraduates, a 67% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,768 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Howard Payne University Women's Tennis

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Josh Lopez, the Head Coach and Landon Ferree, the Graduate Assistant Coach. Howard Payne University has 2 coaches for Women's Tennis, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your UTR rating, national ranking and tournament results in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude match-play footage, not just practice, with the link near the top so Josh can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Howard Payne University typically score 880–1160 on the SAT and 16–27 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 Howard Payne University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Questions

Howard Payne University Women's Tennis FAQ

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

Is Howard Payne University D3?

Yes. Howard Payne University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Tennis, in the American Southwest Conference.

Is Howard Payne University public or private?

Howard Payne University is a private nonprofit school in Brownwood, Texas.

What conference is Howard Payne University Women's Tennis in?

The American Southwest Conference.

Does Howard Payne University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Tennis?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Howard Payne University Women's Tennis have?

2 coaches, led by Josh Lopez, the Head Coach.

How much does Howard Payne University cost?

In-state tuition is $30,702 and out-of-state tuition is $30,702 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,768.

What is the Howard Payne University acceptance rate?

67% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Howard Payne University?

Admitted students typically score 880–1160 on the SAT and 16–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Howard Payne University Women's Tennis 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