Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving
Bethany College (BC) · Bethany, West Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Bethany College who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Bethany College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Presidents' Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- bethanybison.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
- 47% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Bethany College in Bethany.
- Location
- Bethany, West Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- bethanywv.edu
About Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
James Coleman is the Head Swimming and Diving Coach - Offensive Line Coach for Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving, verified October 2026. Bethany College (BC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Bethany College is a small private school in Bethany, West Virginia with 640 undergraduates, a 59% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,844 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail James Coleman, the Head Swimming and Diving Coach - Offensive Line Coach. Bethany College has 1 coach 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 James 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 Bethany College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach James Coleman at Bethany College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JamesHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Bethany College D3?
Yes. Bethany College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Presidents' Athletic Conference.
Is Bethany College public or private?
Bethany College is a private nonprofit school in Bethany, West Virginia.
What conference is Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving in?
The Presidents' Athletic Conference.
Does Bethany College 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 Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving have?
1 coach, led by James Coleman, the Head Swimming and Diving Coach - Offensive Line Coach.
Who is the head coach of Bethany College Men's Swimming and Diving?
James Coleman is the Head Swimming and Diving Coach - Offensive Line Coach.
When can Bethany College 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 Bethany College 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 Bethany College cost?
In-state tuition is $33,830 and out-of-state tuition is $33,830 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,844.
What is the Bethany College acceptance rate?
59% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Bethany College 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.
