Houghton University Baseball
Houghton University (HU) · Houghton, New York · Private nonprofit university
Houghton University Baseball coaches
Coaches at Houghton University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.
The program
Where Houghton University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Empire Eight
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.houghton
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
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 65% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Houghton University in Houghton.
- Location
- Houghton, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Wesleyan
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- houghton.edu
About Houghton University Baseball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brian Reitnour, the Head Coach, leads the Houghton University Baseball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Houghton University (HU) competes in NCAA Division III Baseball as a member of the Empire Eight. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Houghton University is a small private school in Houghton, New York with 1,200 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,358 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Houghton University Baseball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brian Reitnour, the Head Coach and Brandon Gettig, the Assistant Coach. Houghton University has 4 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. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Brian can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Houghton University typically score 1170–1375 on the SAT and 26–31 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 Houghton University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Brian Reitnour at Houghton University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach BrianHow baseball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Houghton University Baseball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Houghton University D3?
Yes. Houghton University competes in NCAA Division III Baseball, in the Empire Eight.
Is Houghton University public or private?
Houghton University is a private nonprofit school in Houghton, New York.
What conference is Houghton University Baseball in?
The Empire Eight.
Does Houghton 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 Houghton University Baseball have?
4 coaches, led by Brian Reitnour, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Houghton University Baseball?
Brian Reitnour is the Head Coach.
When can Houghton 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 Houghton 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 Houghton University cost?
In-state tuition is $17,800 and out-of-state tuition is $17,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,358.
What is the Houghton University acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Houghton University?
Admitted students typically score 1170–1375 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Houghton 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.
