Furman University Women's Track and Field
Furman University (Furman) · Greenville, South Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Furman University Women's Track and Field coaches
Coaches at Furman University who recruit Women's Track and Field, head coach first.
The program
Where Furman University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southern Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- furmanpaladins.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
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 79% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Furman University in Greenville.
- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- furman.edu
About Furman University Women's Track and Field
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Rita Gary, the Women's Head Coach, leads the Furman University Women's Track and Field staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. Furman University (Furman) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Track and Field 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. Furman University is a small private school in Greenville, South Carolina with 2,554 undergraduates, a 43% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,901 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Furman University Women's Track and Field
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Rita Gary, the Women's Head Coach and Robert Gary, the Director of Cross Country & Track & Field - Men's Head Coach. Furman University has 6 coaches for Women's Track and Field, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your PRs in your events, with links to verified 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 race or attempt video from recent meets, with the link near the top so Rita can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Furman University typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 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 Furman University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Rita Gary at Furman University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach RitaHow track and field recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Furman University Women's Track and Field FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Furman University D1?
Yes. Furman University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Track and Field, in the Southern Conference.
Is Furman University public or private?
Furman University is a private nonprofit school in Greenville, South Carolina.
What conference is Furman University Women's Track and Field in?
The Southern Conference.
Does Furman University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Track and Field?
Furman 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 Furman University Women's Track and Field have?
6 coaches, led by Rita Gary, the Women's Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Furman University Women's Track and Field?
Rita Gary is the Women's Head Coach.
Who is the recruiting coordinator for Furman University Women's Track and Field?
Logan Roberts, Associate Head Coach - Men's Recruiting Coordinator.
When can Furman University Women's Track and Field 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 Furman University Women's Track and Field?
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 Furman University cost?
In-state tuition is $59,360 and out-of-state tuition is $59,360 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,901.
What is the Furman University acceptance rate?
43% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Furman University?
Admitted students typically score 1260–1430 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Furman University Women's Track and Field 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.
