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Southwest Baptist University Baseball

Southwest Baptist University (SBU) · Bolivar, Missouri · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate68%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate55%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,199Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Southwest Baptist University Baseball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Southwest Baptist University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Great Lakes Valley Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
sbubearcats.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 810–1210
ACTMiddle 50%: 17–26

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Popular majors

AccountingArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
55% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$28,656
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,781
Campus

Where it is

Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar.

Location
Bolivar, Missouri
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Southern Baptist
Time zone
Central
Website
sbuniv.edu
Overview

About Southwest Baptist University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Charles Bradley, the Head Baseball Coach, leads the Southwest Baptist University Baseball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Southwest Baptist University (SBU) competes in NCAA Division II Baseball as a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Southwest Baptist University is a small private school in Bolivar, Missouri with 2,199 undergraduates, a 68% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,781 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Southwest Baptist University Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Charles Bradley, the Head Baseball Coach and Pat Miner, the Assistant Baseball Coach - Recruiting. Southwest Baptist 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Charles can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Southwest Baptist University typically score 810–1210 on the SAT and 17–26 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 Southwest Baptist University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Southwest Baptist University Baseball FAQ

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

Is Southwest Baptist University D2?

Yes. Southwest Baptist University competes in NCAA Division II Baseball, in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Is Southwest Baptist University public or private?

Southwest Baptist University is a private nonprofit school in Bolivar, Missouri.

What conference is Southwest Baptist University Baseball in?

The Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Does Southwest Baptist University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Southwest Baptist University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Southwest Baptist University Baseball have?

3 coaches, led by Charles Bradley, the Head Baseball Coach.

Who is the head coach of Southwest Baptist University Baseball?

Charles Bradley is the Head Baseball Coach.

Who is the recruiting coordinator for Southwest Baptist University Baseball?

Pat Miner, Assistant Baseball Coach - Recruiting.

When can Southwest Baptist University Baseball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Southwest Baptist 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 Southwest Baptist University cost?

In-state tuition is $28,656 and out-of-state tuition is $28,656 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,781.

What is the Southwest Baptist University acceptance rate?

68% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Southwest Baptist University?

Admitted students typically score 810–1210 on the SAT and 17–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Southwest Baptist 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