Montana State University Women's Basketball
Montana State University (MSU) · Bozeman, Montana · Public university
Montana State University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Montana State University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Montana State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Big Sky Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- msubobcats.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Montana State University in Bozeman.
- Location
- Bozeman, Montana
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Mountain
- Website
- montana.edu
About Montana State University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tricia Binford, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Montana State University Women's Basketball staff of 7 coaches, verified October 2026. Montana State University (MSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball as a member of the Big Sky Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Montana State University is a large public school in Bozeman, Montana with 17,135 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,142 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Montana State University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ryan Johnson, the Associate Head Coach and Sunny Smallwood, the Associate Head Coach. Montana State University has 7 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Tricia can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Montana State University typically score 1065–1285 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Montana State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach TriciaHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Montana State University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Montana State University D1?
Yes. Montana State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Basketball, in the Big Sky Conference.
Is Montana State University public or private?
Montana State University is a public school in Bozeman, Montana.
What conference is Montana State University Women's Basketball in?
The Big Sky Conference.
Does Montana State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
Montana State 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 Montana State University Women's Basketball have?
7 coaches, led by Tricia Binford, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Montana State University Women's Basketball?
Tricia Binford is the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
When can Montana State University Women's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. 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 Montana State University Women'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 Montana State University cost?
In-state tuition is $6,299 and out-of-state tuition is $30,784 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,142.
What is the Montana State University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Montana State University?
Admitted students typically score 1065–1285 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Montana State University Women'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.
