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Winthrop University Women's Volleyball

Winthrop University (WU) · Rock Hill, South Carolina · Public university

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NCAA IBig South Conference
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Acceptance rate79%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate57%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,894Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Winthrop University Women's Volleyball coaches

Coaches at Winthrop University who recruit Women's Volleyball, head coach first.

Heather GearhartHead Volleyball Coach
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Courtney FerryAssistant Volleyball Coach
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Kyle GramitAssistant Volleyball Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Winthrop University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big South Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
winthropeagles.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1010–1220
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–27

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Popular majors

Art History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralComputer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
57% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor South Carolina residents$13,998
Out-of-state tuition$27,996
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$16,108
Campus

Where it is

Winthrop University in Rock Hill.

Location
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
winthrop.edu
Overview

About Winthrop University Women's Volleyball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Heather Gearhart, the Head Volleyball Coach, leads the Winthrop University Women's Volleyball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Winthrop University (WU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball as a member of the Big South Conference. Winthrop University is a public school in Rock Hill, South Carolina with 4,894 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,108 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Winthrop University Women's Volleyball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Heather Gearhart, the Head Volleyball Coach and Courtney Ferry, the Assistant Volleyball Coach. Winthrop University has 3 coaches for Women's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump 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 skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Heather can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Winthrop University typically score 1010–1220 on the SAT and 20–27 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 Winthrop University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Questions

Winthrop University Women's Volleyball FAQ

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

Is Winthrop University D1?

Yes. Winthrop University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball, in the Big South Conference.

Is Winthrop University public or private?

Winthrop University is a public school in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

What conference is Winthrop University Women's Volleyball in?

The Big South Conference.

Does Winthrop University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Volleyball?

Winthrop 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 Winthrop University Women's Volleyball have?

3 coaches, led by Heather Gearhart, the Head Volleyball Coach.

How much does Winthrop University cost?

In-state tuition is $13,998 and out-of-state tuition is $27,996 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,108.

What is the Winthrop University acceptance rate?

79% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1010–1220 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Winthrop University Women's Volleyball 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