Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis
Southern Methodist University (SMU) · Dallas, Texas · Private nonprofit university
Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis coaches
Coaches at Southern Methodist University who recruit Women's Tennis, head coach first.
The program
Where Southern Methodist University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Atlantic Coast Conference
- Program level
- Popular
- Athletics site
- smumustangs.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
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 84% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Southern Methodist University in Dallas.
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- smu.edu
About Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kelcy McKenna, the Head Coach, leads the Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Southern Methodist University (SMU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Tennis as a member of the Atlantic Coast 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. Southern Methodist University is a large private school in Dallas, Texas with 12,116 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate and an average net price of $45,792 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kelcy McKenna, the Head Coach and Jose Gracia, the Associate Head Coach. Southern Methodist 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 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 Kelcy can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Southern Methodist University typically score 1340–1490 on the SAT and 30–34 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 Southern Methodist University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email Coach Kelcy McKenna at Southern Methodist University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach KelcyHow tennis recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Southern Methodist University D1?
Yes. Southern Methodist University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Tennis, in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Is Southern Methodist University public or private?
Southern Methodist University is a private nonprofit school in Dallas, Texas.
What conference is Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis in?
The Atlantic Coast Conference.
Does Southern Methodist University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Tennis?
Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis have?
5 coaches, led by Kelcy McKenna, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Southern Methodist University Women's Tennis?
Kelcy McKenna is the Head Coach.
When can Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist University cost?
In-state tuition is $59,500 and out-of-state tuition is $59,500 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $45,792.
What is the Southern Methodist University acceptance rate?
63% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Southern Methodist University?
Admitted students typically score 1340–1490 on the SAT and 30–34 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Southern Methodist 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.
