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Gardner-Webb University Football

Gardner-Webb University (GWU) · Boiling Springs, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA IBig South Conference
Acceptance rate77%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate55%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,104Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Gardner-Webb University Football coaches

Coaches at Gardner-Webb University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Pete BennettInterim Head Coach
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Andre PopeCo-Defensive Coordinator - Director of Player Personnel - Safeties
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Brayle BrownOffensive Coordinator - Wide Receivers
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Defensive Pass Game Coordinator - Corners & NickelsSign up to see name
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Athletics

The program

Where Gardner-Webb University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big South Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gwusports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 975–1198
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–25

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Popular majors

AccountingBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCommunication and Media Studies, OtherCommunity PsychologyComputer Science
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 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$33,770
Campus

Where it is

Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs.

Location
Boiling Springs, North Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Southern Baptist
Time zone
Eastern
Website
gardner-webb.edu
Overview

About Gardner-Webb University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Pete Bennett, the Interim Head Coach, leads the Gardner-Webb University Football staff of 21 coaches, verified November 2026. Gardner-Webb University (GWU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Big South Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Gardner-Webb University is a private school in Boiling Springs, North Carolina with 3,104 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Gardner-Webb University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Pete Bennett, the Interim Head Coach and Andre Pope, the Co-Defensive Coordinator - Director of Player Personnel - Safeties. Gardner-Webb University has 21 coaches for Football, 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, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Pete can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Gardner-Webb University typically score 975–1198 on the SAT and 19–25 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 Gardner-Webb University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Gardner-Webb University Football FAQ

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

Is Gardner-Webb University D1?

Yes. Gardner-Webb University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Big South Conference.

Is Gardner-Webb University public or private?

Gardner-Webb University is a private nonprofit school in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.

What conference is Gardner-Webb University Football in?

The Big South Conference.

Does Gardner-Webb University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Gardner-Webb University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Gardner-Webb University Football have?

21 coaches, led by Pete Bennett, the Interim Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Gardner-Webb University Football?

Pete Bennett is the Interim Head Coach.

When can Gardner-Webb University Football coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior 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 Gardner-Webb University 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 Gardner-Webb University cost?

In-state tuition is $33,770 and out-of-state tuition is $33,770 a year.

What is the Gardner-Webb University acceptance rate?

77% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Gardner-Webb University?

Admitted students typically score 975–1198 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Gardner-Webb University 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.

Coaching staff verified November 2026