Hastings College Football
Hastings College (HC) · Hastings, Nebraska · Private nonprofit university
Hastings College Football coaches
Coaches at Hastings College who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
The program
Where Hastings College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Great Plains Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- hastingsbroncos.com
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
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 49% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Hastings College in Hastings.
- Location
- Hastings, Nebraska
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- hastings.edu
About Hastings College Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Matt Franzen, the Head Coach, leads the Hastings College Football staff of 10 coaches, verified October 2026. Hastings College (HC) competes in NAIA Football as a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Hastings College is a small private school in Hastings, Nebraska with 956 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,821 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Hastings College Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Matt Franzen, the Head Coach and Kyle Suttles, the Assistant Head Coach - Defensive Coordinator. Hastings College has 10 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Matt can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Hastings College typically score 26–30 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 Hastings College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach MattHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Hastings College Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Hastings College NAIA?
Yes. Hastings College competes in NAIA Football, in the Great Plains Athletic Conference.
Is Hastings College public or private?
Hastings College is a private nonprofit school in Hastings, Nebraska.
What conference is Hastings College Football in?
The Great Plains Athletic Conference.
Does Hastings College offer athletic scholarships for Football?
Hastings College competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Hastings College Football have?
10 coaches, led by Matt Franzen, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Hastings College Football?
Matt Franzen is the Head Coach.
When can Hastings College Football coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out 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 Hastings 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 Hastings College cost?
In-state tuition is $35,990 and out-of-state tuition is $35,990 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,821.
What is the Hastings College acceptance rate?
72% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Hastings College?
Admitted students typically score 26–30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Hastings 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.
