University of St Francis Women's Volleyball
University of St Francis (USF) · Joliet, Illinois · Private nonprofit university
University of St Francis Women's Volleyball coaches
Coaches at University of St Francis who recruit Women's Volleyball, head coach first.
The program
Where University of St Francis competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gofightingsaints.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Not required, but considered.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Not required, but considered
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 65% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University of St Francis in Joliet.
- Location
- Joliet, Illinois
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- stfrancis.edu
About University of St Francis Women's Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tom Welsh, the Head Volleyball Coach, leads the University of St Francis Women's Volleyball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. University of St Francis (USF) competes in NAIA Women's Volleyball as a member of the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. University of St Francis is a private school in Joliet, Illinois with 3,297 undergraduates, a 64% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,455 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University of St Francis Women's Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tom Welsh, the Head Volleyball Coach and Gerard Weik, the Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach. University of St Francis has 3 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Tom can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of St Francis typically score 1030 – 1240 on the SAT and 21 – 30 on the ACT, and testing is not required, but considered. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of St Francis staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Email Coach TomHow volleyball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →University of St Francis Women's Volleyball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University of St Francis NAIA?
Yes. University of St Francis competes in NAIA Women's Volleyball, in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Is University of St Francis public or private?
University of St Francis is a private nonprofit school in Joliet, Illinois.
What conference is University of St Francis Women's Volleyball in?
The Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does University of St Francis offer athletic scholarships for Women's Volleyball?
University of St Francis competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does University of St Francis Women's Volleyball have?
3 coaches, led by Tom Welsh, the Head Volleyball Coach.
Who is the head coach of University of St Francis Women's Volleyball?
Tom Welsh is the Head Volleyball Coach.
When can University of St Francis Women's Volleyball coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. 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 University of St Francis 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 University of St Francis cost?
In-state tuition is $36,000 and out-of-state tuition is $36,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,455.
What is the University of St Francis acceptance rate?
64% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of St Francis?
Admitted students typically score 1030 – 1240 on the SAT and 21 – 30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the University of St Francis 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.
