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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (SMU) · Winona, Minnesota · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate66%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,505Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty18 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball coaches

Coaches at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Saint Mary's University of Minnesota competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
saintmaryssports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Neither Required nor Recommended.

Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceAllied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, OtherApplied PsychologyArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
18 : 1
Graduation rate
66% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$44,400
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,518
Campus

Where it is

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota in Winona.

Location
Winona, Minnesota
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Central
Website
smumn.edu
Overview

About Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Nick Winecke, the Head Baseball Coach, leads the Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (SMU) competes in NCAA Division III Baseball as a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is a private school in Winona, Minnesota with 4,505 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,518 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Nick Winecke, the Head Baseball Coach and Eli Morison, the Pitching Coach. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota has 4 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 Nick can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota typically score 21 – 28 on the ACT, and testing is neither required nor recommended. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Saint Mary's University of Minnesota staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball FAQ

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

Is Saint Mary's University of Minnesota D3?

Yes. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota competes in NCAA Division III Baseball, in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Saint Mary's University of Minnesota public or private?

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is a private nonprofit school in Winona, Minnesota.

What conference is Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball in?

The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 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 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball have?

4 coaches, led by Nick Winecke, the Head Baseball Coach.

Who is the head coach of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Baseball?

Nick Winecke is the Head Baseball Coach.

When can Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 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 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 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 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota cost?

In-state tuition is $44,400 and out-of-state tuition is $44,400 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,518.

What is the Saint Mary's University of Minnesota acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

Admitted students typically score 21 – 28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 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