Harding University Women's Tennis
Harding University (HU) · Searcy, Arkansas · Private nonprofit university
Harding University Women's Tennis coaches
Coaches at Harding University who recruit Women's Tennis, head coach first.
The program
Where Harding University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great American Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- hardingsports.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
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 69% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Harding University in Searcy.
- Location
- Searcy, Arkansas
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Churches of Christ
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- harding.edu
About Harding University Women's Tennis
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Craig Kirchgessner, the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach, leads the Harding University Women's Tennis staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Harding University (HU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Tennis as a member of the Great American 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. Harding University is a private school in Searcy, Arkansas with 4,696 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,069 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Harding University Women's Tennis
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Craig Kirchgessner, the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach and Adrian Solorzano, the Graduate Assistant. Harding University has 5 coaches 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude match-play footage, not just practice, with the link near the top so Craig can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Harding University typically score 1050–1290 on the SAT and 20–29 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 Harding University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email Coach Craig Kirchgessner at Harding University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach CraigHow tennis recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Harding University Women's Tennis FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Harding University D2?
Yes. Harding University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Tennis, in the Great American Conference.
Is Harding University public or private?
Harding University is a private nonprofit school in Searcy, Arkansas.
What conference is Harding University Women's Tennis in?
The Great American Conference.
Does Harding University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Tennis?
Harding 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 Harding University Women's Tennis have?
5 coaches, led by Craig Kirchgessner, the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach.
Who is the head coach of Harding University Women's Tennis?
Craig Kirchgessner is the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach.
When can Harding University Women's Tennis 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 Harding 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 Harding University cost?
In-state tuition is $25,290 and out-of-state tuition is $25,290 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,069.
What is the Harding University acceptance rate?
71% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Harding University?
Admitted students typically score 1050–1290 on the SAT and 20–29 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Harding 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.
