William Penn University Baseball
William Penn University (WPU) · Oskaloosa, Iowa · Private nonprofit university
William Penn University Baseball coaches
Coaches at William Penn University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.
The program
Where William Penn University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Heart of America Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- statesmenathletics.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
- 15 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 33% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
William Penn University in Oskaloosa.
- Location
- Oskaloosa, Iowa
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Friends
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- wmpenn.edu
About William Penn University Baseball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mike Laird, the Head Coach, leads the William Penn University Baseball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. William Penn University (WPU) competes in NAIA Baseball as a member of the Heart of America Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. William Penn University is a small private school in Oskaloosa, Iowa with 1,425 undergraduates, a 52% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,361 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by William Penn University Baseball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Mike Laird, the Head Coach and Jason Shafer, the Assistant Coach. William Penn University has 3 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Mike can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at William Penn University typically score 880–1110 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT, 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 William Penn University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Mike Laird at William Penn University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MikeHow baseball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →William Penn University Baseball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is William Penn University NAIA?
Yes. William Penn University competes in NAIA Baseball, in the Heart of America Athletic Conference.
Is William Penn University public or private?
William Penn University is a private nonprofit school in Oskaloosa, Iowa.
What conference is William Penn University Baseball in?
The Heart of America Athletic Conference.
Does William Penn University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?
William Penn University 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 William Penn University Baseball have?
3 coaches, led by Mike Laird, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of William Penn University Baseball?
Mike Laird is the Head Coach.
When can William Penn University Baseball 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 William Penn University Baseball?
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 William Penn University cost?
In-state tuition is $29,750 and out-of-state tuition is $29,750 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,361.
What is the William Penn University acceptance rate?
52% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for William Penn University?
Admitted students typically score 880–1110 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT.
How do I contact the William Penn University Baseball 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.
