Grinnell College Football
Grinnell College (GC) · Grinnell, Iowa · Private nonprofit university
Grinnell College Football coaches
Coaches at Grinnell College who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
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
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
- 9 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 88% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
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
About Grinnell College Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brent Barnes, the Head Football Coach, leads the Grinnell College Football staff of 6 coaches, verified June 2026. Grinnell College (GC) competes in NCAA Division III Football 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.
How to get recruited by Grinnell College Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brent Barnes, the Head Football Coach and Eddie Arias, the Assistant Football Coach. Grinnell College has 6 coaches for Football, 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, 40-yard dash and key stats 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 Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Brent can watch without scrolling.
- 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.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Grinnell College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Brent Barnes at Grinnell College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach BrentHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Grinnell College Football 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 Football, 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 Football in?
The Midwest Conference.
Does Grinnell College offer athletic scholarships for Football?
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 Football have?
6 coaches, led by Brent Barnes, the Head Football Coach.
Who is the head coach of Grinnell College Football?
Brent Barnes is the Head Football Coach.
When can Grinnell College Football 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 Football?
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 Football 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.
