1986 NCAA Division II women's basketball tournament

The 1986 NCAA Division II women's basketball tournament was the fifth annual tournament hosted by the NCAA to determine the national champion of Division II women's collegiate basketball in the United States.

Defending champions Cal Poly Pomona defeated North Dakota State in the championship game, 70–63, the Broncos' third NCAA Division II national title.

The championship rounds were contested at the Springfield Civic Center in Springfield, Massachusetts, hosted by Springfield College.

National Finals - Springfield, Massachusetts
Visiting team listed first and date March 15 in Elite Eight unless indicated

Final Four Location: Springfield Civic Center Host: Springfield College

All-tournament team

 * Debra Larsen, Cal Poly Pomona
 * Michelle McCoy, Cal Poly Pomona
 * Vickie Mitchell, Cal Poly Pomona
 * Janice Woods, North Dakota State
 * Pat Smykowski, North Dakota State
 * Vincene Morris, Philadelphia Textile