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Spalding University Baseball

Spalding University (SU) · Louisville, Kentucky · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate99%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate52%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,553Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Spalding University Baseball coaches

Coaches at Spalding University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Spalding University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
spaldingathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 875–1038
ACTMiddle 50%: 15–22

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Popular majors

Accounting and Business/ManagementAfrican-American/Black StudiesBiological and Physical SciencesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralCreative WritingCriminal Justice/Safety Studies
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
52% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$28,800
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$25,539
Campus

Where it is

Spalding University in Louisville.

Location
Louisville, Kentucky
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
America/Kentucky/Louisville
Website
spalding.edu
Overview

About Spalding University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Larry Owens, the Head Baseball Coach, leads the Spalding University Baseball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Spalding University (SU) competes in NCAA Division III Baseball as a member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Spalding University is a small private school in Louisville, Kentucky with 1,553 undergraduates, a 99% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,539 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Spalding University Baseball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Larry Owens, the Head Baseball Coach and Cooper French, the Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. Spalding University has 3 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. 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. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Larry can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Spalding University typically score 875–1038 on the SAT and 15–22 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Spalding University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Spalding University Baseball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Spalding University D3?

Yes. Spalding University competes in NCAA Division III Baseball, in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Spalding University public or private?

Spalding University is a private nonprofit school in Louisville, Kentucky.

What conference is Spalding University Baseball in?

The St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Spalding University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Spalding University Baseball have?

3 coaches, led by Larry Owens, the Head Baseball Coach.

Who is the head coach of Spalding University Baseball?

Larry Owens is the Head Baseball Coach.

Who is the recruiting coordinator for Spalding University Baseball?

Cooper French, Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator.

When can Spalding University Baseball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits 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 Spalding 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 Spalding University cost?

In-state tuition is $28,800 and out-of-state tuition is $28,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,539.

What is the Spalding University acceptance rate?

99% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Spalding University?

Admitted students typically score 875–1038 on the SAT and 15–22 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Spalding 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026