Oakland City University Men's Volleyball
Oakland City University (OCU) · Oakland City, Indiana · Private nonprofit university
Oakland City University Men's Volleyball coaches
Coaches at Oakland City University who recruit Men's Volleyball, head coach first.
The program
Where Oakland City University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- River States Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gomightyoaks.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Neither Required nor Recommended.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 66% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Oakland City University in Oakland City.
- Location
- Oakland City, Indiana
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- General Baptist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- oak.edu
About Oakland City University Men's Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ben Twigger, the Men's Volleyball Head Coach, leads the Oakland City University Men's Volleyball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Oakland City University (OCU) competes in NAIA Men's Volleyball as a member of the River States Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Oakland City University is a small private school in Oakland City, Indiana with 640 undergraduates, a 83% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,268 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Oakland City University Men's Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ben Twigger, the Men's Volleyball Head Coach and Dakota Hotaling, the Men's Volleyball Assistant Coach. Oakland City University has 4 coaches for Men's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Ben can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Oakland City University typically score 850 – 1150 on the SAT and 17 – 23 on the ACT, and testing is neither required nor recommended. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Oakland City University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Oakland City University NAIA?
Yes. Oakland City University competes in NAIA Men's Volleyball, in the River States Conference.
Is Oakland City University public or private?
Oakland City University is a private nonprofit school in Oakland City, Indiana.
What conference is Oakland City University Men's Volleyball in?
The River States Conference.
Does Oakland City University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Volleyball?
Oakland City University 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 Oakland City University Men's Volleyball have?
4 coaches, led by Ben Twigger, the Men's Volleyball Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Oakland City University Men's Volleyball?
Ben Twigger is the Men's Volleyball Head Coach.
When can Oakland City University Men's Volleyball 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 Oakland City University Men's Volleyball?
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 Oakland City University cost?
In-state tuition is $27,900 and out-of-state tuition is $27,900 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,268.
What is the Oakland City University acceptance rate?
83% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Oakland City University?
Admitted students typically score 850 – 1150 on the SAT and 17 – 23 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Oakland City University Men's Volleyball 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.
