Campus Overview

Here's a summary for Converse University:


Converse University is a small, private liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, with a student population of approximately 800-1,000 students. The university offers an intimate, personalized educational experience with a strong focus on individual student development.

Location & Setting Situated in Spartanburg, a mid-sized city in the Upstate region of South Carolina, the campus is in a suburban setting with easy access to both urban amenities and natural landscapes. The city provides a mix of historical charm and modern conveniences.

Campus Life As a small college, Converse offers a tight-knit community where students know each other and have significant opportunities for personal interaction. Campus housing is available and plays a central role in student social life. While not known for a large Greek life scene, the university emphasizes close relationships and personalized engagement.

Student Body The student population is predominantly from South Carolina and surrounding southeastern states, with a growing number of out-of-state and international students. The campus tends to attract academically motivated students interested in a supportive, collaborative learning environment.

Academics Converse is known for strong programs in liberal arts, with particular strengths in music, visual arts, and education. The college provides small class sizes, allowing for significant student-faculty interaction and personalized academic mentorship.

Athletics & Sports Competing at the NCAA Division II level, Converse offers multiple varsity sports with a focus on student-athlete development. The athletics program emphasizes academic performance alongside athletic achievement.

Lifestyle & Weather Spartanburg experiences a mild southeastern climate with warm summers and mild winters. A car is helpful but not absolutely necessary, as the campus is relatively compact. Nearby parks, hiking trails, and the Blue Ridge Mountains provide excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D2 Unranked
Conference
South Atlantic Conference
Coach
Valerie Clarke
Recruiting Events:
Disney Showcase 2026

School

Type
Private
Classification
Master's: Small Programs
Common Majors:
Visual Arts (23%)
Music (37%)
• Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (26%)
• Fine and Studio Arts (20%)
• Design and Applied Arts (17%)
Business (17%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (62%)
• Accounting and Related Services (38%)
Biology (15%)
Family Sciences (14%)
Education (8%)
Special Education and Teaching (39%)
• Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (36%)
• Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (25%)

Student Body

Total
1,334
Undergrad
63%
Demographics
73% women
Student:Faculty
12:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science
Psychology (7.7%)
Biology (14.6%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (3.1%)
French (2.3%)

Academics

Admission Rate
64%
SAT Median
1,134
SAT Range
1,030-1,238
ACT Median
23
Retention
68%
Graduation
47%

Costs

In-State
$23,096
Out-of-State
$23,096
Room & Board
$13,424
Avg Net Price
$19,712
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Mild
HighLow
January54°32°
April75°47°
July90°69°
October74°49°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
City (City: Small)
Nearest City
Charlotte, NC
Distance
64 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Valerie Clarke Head Coach valerie.clarke@converse.edu View Bio
Olivia Nevin Assistant Coach olivia.nevin@converse.edu View Bio
Trisha Osborne Assistant Athletic Trainer (FH, XC, MBB, LAX)

Roster Breakdown

25 players

Geographic Recruiting

US Out-of-State: 56% (14 players)
International: 44% (11 players)
Pennsylvania: 16% (4 players)
Argentina: 16% (4 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 4 (16.0%)
Midfielder: 13 (52.0%)
Defender: 5 (20.0%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (12.0%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 14 (56.0%)
Sophomore: 6 (24.0%)
Junior: 3 (12.0%)
Senior: 2 (8.0%)

Full Roster (25 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
1 Brooke Burgin F Fr. 5-6 Asheville, N.C. Asheville HS
2 Mayla Weissenrieder F Fr. 5-8 Monsheim, Germany Nelly-Sachs-IGS Horchheim
4 Autumn Kern MF Fr. 5-7 Lusby, Md. Patuxent HS
5 Remington Lewis D Sr. 5-2 Felton, Del. Smyrna HS
6 Isabella Massafra MF/F Fr. 5-6 Morgantown, Pa. Twin Valley HS
8 Amparo Figueroa F/MF So. 5-5 Santa Rosa, Argentina Instituto Pampeano de Ensenanza Media
10 Julia Mann D/MF So. 5-7 Henrico, Va. Mills E. Godwin HS
11 Sol garcia Berro MF Fr. 5-7 Buenos Aires, Argentina Colegio Santa Ines
12 Madison Christiano D Fr. 5-2 Wilmington, Del. Padua Academy
13 Zelda Pretorius MF Fr. 5-3 Benoni, South Africa Kempton Park Hoerskool
14 Ashley Shoffner MF Jr. 5-5 Fredericksburg, Va. James Monroe HS
15 Angelina Belosio D So. 5-9 Buenos Aires, Argentina Escuela Argentina General Belgrano
17 Edith Swaan F/M/D So. 6-0 Leidschendam, Netherlands Dalton Voorburg
18 Delfi Gonzalez F Fr. 5-4 Buenos Aires, Argentina Instituto libre de Segunda Ensenanza
21 Vania Toranzo MF So. 5-3 Lima, Peru Colegio Villa Alarife
22 Ava Chapman F/MF Fr. 5-6 South Plainfield, N.J. South Plainfield HS
26 Carmen Heisterkamp F Fr. 5-4 Brasschaat, Belgium International School Breda
27 Mo Gerber D Fr. 5-5 Carlisle, Pa. Carlisle HS
33 Kilee Bradeen F/MF Sr. 5-4 Bradley, Maine Old Town HS
34 Cameran Huyett MF Fr. 5-9 West Lawn, Pa. Wilson HS
36 Chelsy Bunse MF/D Jr. 5-0 Oberhausen, Germany St. Lawrence College
39 Sage Pilarski D So. 5-3 Macungie, Pa. Emmaus HS
44 Alyssa Bonneau GK Fr. 5-9 Canastota, N.Y. Canastota HS
55 Camille Hordies GK Fr. 5-5 Virginal, Belgium College Sainte-Gertrude
97 Alina Puentes GK Jr. 5-3 King George, Va. King George HS