Samford University Women's Tennis
Samford University (SU) · Birmingham, Alabama · Private nonprofit university
Samford University Women's Tennis coaches
Coaches at Samford University who recruit Women's Tennis, head coach first.
The program
Where Samford University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southern Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- samfordsports.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
- 77% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Samford University in Birmingham.
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Baptist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- samford.edu
About Samford University Women's Tennis
How the program competes and what the school is like.
David Vest is the Head Coach for Samford University Women's Tennis, verified October 2026. Samford University (SU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Tennis as a member of the Southern 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. Samford University is a private school in Birmingham, Alabama with 6,097 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,176 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Samford University Women's Tennis
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail David Vest, the Head Coach. Samford University has 1 coach for Women's Tennis, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your UTR rating, national ranking and tournament results 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 match-play footage, not just practice, with the link near the top so David can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Samford University typically score 1070–1250 on the SAT and 22–28 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 Samford University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Samford University D1?
Yes. Samford University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Tennis, in the Southern Conference.
Is Samford University public or private?
Samford University is a private nonprofit school in Birmingham, Alabama.
What conference is Samford University Women's Tennis in?
The Southern Conference.
Does Samford University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Tennis?
Samford 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 Samford University Women's Tennis have?
1 coach, led by David Vest, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Samford University Women's Tennis?
David Vest is the Head Coach.
When can Samford University Women's Tennis 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 Samford University Women's Tennis?
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 Samford University cost?
In-state tuition is $39,000 and out-of-state tuition is $39,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,176.
What is the Samford University acceptance rate?
82% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Samford University?
Admitted students typically score 1070–1250 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Samford 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.
