In this division, schools are allowed to offer a maximum of 15 full scholarships in women's basketball. Most Division I programs offer the maximum 15 full scholarships, but some chose to offer only 10 or 12. In these cases, the team may still have 15 women on its roster, but a few don't receive scholarships. Division II also boasts some great basketball programs, although most observers rank it a notch below Division I play. Scholarships are awarded in this division, but to a lesser extent than Division I. Division II coaches can offer both full and partial scholarships to incoming recruits.
Some coaches choose to award partial scholarships to all players.
Division III schools vary greatly in the caliber of their women's basketball programs. I programs for their intensity and expectations. Others may not be much better than top high school teams. In this division, no athletic scholarships are offered, but student-athletes are eligible for the same financial aid awarded to other students. NAIA athletic programs also offer quality competition.