William Carey University Men's Basketball
William Carey University (WCU) · Hattiesburg, Mississippi · Private nonprofit university
William Carey University Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at William Carey University who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where William Carey University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Southern States Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- careyathletics.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 60% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
William Carey University in Hattiesburg.
- Location
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Baptist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wmcarey.edu
About William Carey University Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Phillip McCray, the Head Coach, leads the William Carey University Men's Basketball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. William Carey University (WCU) competes in NAIA Men's Basketball as a member of the Southern States Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. William Carey University is a private school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi with 5,321 undergraduates, a 60% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,192 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by William Carey University Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Phillip McCray, the Head Coach and Eric Burt, the Assistant Coach. William Carey University has 4 coaches for Men'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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Phillip can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at William Carey University typically score 1040–1290 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the William Carey University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is William Carey University NAIA?
Yes. William Carey University competes in NAIA Men's Basketball, in the Southern States Athletic Conference.
Is William Carey University public or private?
William Carey University is a private nonprofit school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
What conference is William Carey University Men's Basketball in?
The Southern States Athletic Conference.
Does William Carey University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
William Carey University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does William Carey University Men's Basketball have?
4 coaches, led by Phillip McCray, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of William Carey University Men's Basketball?
Phillip McCray is the Head Coach.
When can William Carey University Men's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to William Carey University Men's Basketball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does William Carey University cost?
In-state tuition is $14,250 and out-of-state tuition is $14,250 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,192.
What is the William Carey University acceptance rate?
60% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for William Carey University?
Admitted students typically score 1040–1290 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the William Carey University Men'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.
