Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving
Manchester University (MU) · North Manchester, Indiana · Private nonprofit university
Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Manchester University who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Manchester University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- muspartans.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 46% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Manchester University in North Manchester.
- Location
- North Manchester, Indiana
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Church of Brethren
- Time zone
- America/Indiana/Indianapolis
- Website
- manchester.edu
About Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Darren Ridenour, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach, leads the Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Manchester University (MU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Manchester University is a small private school in North Manchester, Indiana with 1,276 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,367 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Darren Ridenour, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach and Parker York, the Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach. Manchester University has 2 coaches for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores 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 links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Darren can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Manchester University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Darren Ridenour at Manchester University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach DarrenHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Manchester University D3?
Yes. Manchester University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Is Manchester University public or private?
Manchester University is a private nonprofit school in North Manchester, Indiana.
What conference is Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving in?
The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Manchester University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving have?
2 coaches, led by Darren Ridenour, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.
Who is the head coach of Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving?
Darren Ridenour is the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.
When can Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving 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 Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving?
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 Manchester University cost?
In-state tuition is $35,800 and out-of-state tuition is $35,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,367.
What is the Manchester University acceptance rate?
71% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Manchester University Men's Swimming and Diving 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.
