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Grinnell College Men's Equestrian

Grinnell College (GC) · Grinnell, Iowa · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate15%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate88%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,788Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Grinnell College Men's Equestrian coaches

Coaches at Grinnell College who recruit Men's Equestrian, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Grinnell College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Midwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
pioneers.grinnell
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1410–1540
ACTMiddle 50%: 31–34

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Popular majors

Anthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer ScienceEconometrics and Quantitative Economics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
88% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$67,650
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$33,446
Campus

Where it is

Grinnell College in Grinnell.

Location
Grinnell, Iowa
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
grinnell.edu
Overview

About Grinnell College Men's Equestrian

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Sarah Burnell is the Assistant Track and Field Coach for Grinnell College Men's Equestrian, verified June 2026. Grinnell College (GC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Equestrian as a member of the Midwest Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Grinnell College is a small private school in Grinnell, Iowa with 1,788 undergraduates, a 15% acceptance rate and an average net price of $33,446 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Grinnell College Men's Equestrian

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Sarah Burnell, the Assistant Track and Field Coach. Grinnell College has 1 coach for Men's Equestrian, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your discipline (hunt seat, western or jumping), show record and highest fences or patterns 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 recent rounds on different horses, with the link near the top so Sarah can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Grinnell College typically score 1410–1540 on the SAT and 31–34 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 Grinnell College staff after a week, and again after your next show with updated results.

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Questions

Grinnell College Men's Equestrian FAQ

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

Is Grinnell College D3?

Yes. Grinnell College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Equestrian, in the Midwest Conference.

Is Grinnell College public or private?

Grinnell College is a private nonprofit school in Grinnell, Iowa.

What conference is Grinnell College Men's Equestrian in?

The Midwest Conference.

Does Grinnell College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Equestrian?

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

How many coaches does Grinnell College Men's Equestrian have?

1 coach, led by Sarah Burnell, the Assistant Track and Field Coach.

When can Grinnell College Men's Equestrian 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 Grinnell College Men's Equestrian?

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 Grinnell College cost?

In-state tuition is $67,650 and out-of-state tuition is $67,650 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $33,446.

What is the Grinnell College acceptance rate?

15% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Grinnell College?

Admitted students typically score 1410–1540 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Grinnell College Men's Equestrian 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 June 2026