Ashland University Women's Basketball
Ashland University (AU) · Ashland, Ohio · Private nonprofit university
Ashland University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Ashland University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Ashland University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Midwest Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goashlandeagles.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
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 61% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Ashland University in Ashland.
- Location
- Ashland, Ohio
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Brethren Church
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- ashland.edu
About Ashland University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kari Pickens, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Ashland University Women's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Ashland University (AU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball as a member of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Ashland University is a private school in Ashland, Ohio with 4,106 undergraduates, a 76% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,971 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Ashland University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kari Pickens, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Jenna Kotas, the Associate Head Women's Basketball Coach. Ashland 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Kari can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Ashland University typically score 1035–1208 on the SAT and 20–25 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 Ashland University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach KariHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Ashland University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Ashland University D2?
Yes. Ashland University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball, in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Is Ashland University public or private?
Ashland University is a private nonprofit school in Ashland, Ohio.
What conference is Ashland University Women's Basketball in?
The Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Does Ashland University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
Ashland University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Ashland University Women's Basketball have?
3 coaches, led by Kari Pickens, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Ashland University Women's Basketball?
Kari Pickens is the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
When can Ashland University Women's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Ashland 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 Ashland University cost?
In-state tuition is $29,940 and out-of-state tuition is $29,940 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,971.
What is the Ashland University acceptance rate?
76% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Ashland University?
Admitted students typically score 1035–1208 on the SAT and 20–25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Ashland 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.
