Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball
Eastern Illinois University (EIU) · Charleston, Illinois · Public university
Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball coaches
Coaches at Eastern Illinois University who recruit Women's Volleyball, head coach first.
The program
Where Eastern Illinois University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Ohio Valley Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- siuecougars.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
- 47% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Eastern Illinois University in Charleston.
- Location
- Charleston, Illinois
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- eiu.edu
About Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ryan Millar, the Head Volleyball Coach & Beach Volleyball, leads the Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Eastern Illinois University (EIU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball as a member of the Ohio Valley 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. Eastern Illinois University is a public school in Charleston, Illinois with 8,505 undergraduates, a 65% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,787 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ryan Millar, the Head Volleyball Coach & Beach Volleyball and Paige Gardella, the Volleyball Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. Eastern Illinois University has 4 coaches for Women's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump 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 a skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Ryan can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Eastern Illinois University typically score 880–1090 on the SAT, 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 Eastern Illinois University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Email Coach RyanHow volleyball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Eastern Illinois University D1?
Yes. Eastern Illinois University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball, in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Is Eastern Illinois University public or private?
Eastern Illinois University is a public school in Charleston, Illinois.
What conference is Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball in?
The Ohio Valley Conference.
Does Eastern Illinois University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Volleyball?
Eastern Illinois 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 Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball have?
4 coaches, led by Ryan Millar, the Head Volleyball Coach & Beach Volleyball.
Who is the head coach of Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball?
Ryan Millar is the Head Volleyball Coach & Beach Volleyball.
Who is the recruiting coordinator for Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball?
Paige Gardella, Volleyball Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator.
When can Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball 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 Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball?
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 Eastern Illinois University cost?
In-state tuition is $9,848 and out-of-state tuition is $12,330 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,787.
What is the Eastern Illinois University acceptance rate?
65% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Eastern Illinois University?
Admitted students typically score 880–1090 on the SAT.
How do I contact the Eastern Illinois University Women's Volleyball 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.
