Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling
Buena Vista University (BVU) · Storm Lake, Iowa · Private nonprofit university
Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling coaches
Coaches at Buena Vista University who recruit Men's Wrestling, head coach first.
The program
Where Buena Vista University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- American Rivers Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- bvuathletics.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
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 62% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Buena Vista University in Storm Lake.
- Location
- Storm Lake, Iowa
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- bvu.edu
About Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Greg Barner, the Head Men's Wrestling Coach, leads the Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Buena Vista University (BVU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling as a member of the American Rivers Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Buena Vista University is a small private school in Storm Lake, Iowa with 1,890 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,156 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Greg Barner, the Head Men's Wrestling Coach and Tom Mashek, the Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach. Buena Vista University has 3 coaches for Men's Wrestling, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your weight class, record and state or national placements 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 full matches against strong opponents, with the link near the top so Greg can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Buena Vista University typically score 930 – 1130 on the SAT and 19–26 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 Buena Vista University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
Email Coach Greg Barner at Buena Vista University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Buena Vista University D3?
Yes. Buena Vista University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling, in the American Rivers Conference.
Is Buena Vista University public or private?
Buena Vista University is a private nonprofit school in Storm Lake, Iowa.
What conference is Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling in?
The American Rivers Conference.
Does Buena Vista University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Wrestling?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling have?
3 coaches, led by Greg Barner, the Head Men's Wrestling Coach.
Who is the head coach of Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling?
Greg Barner is the Head Men's Wrestling Coach.
When can Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling 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 Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling?
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 Buena Vista University cost?
In-state tuition is $41,798 and out-of-state tuition is $41,798 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,156.
What is the Buena Vista University acceptance rate?
78% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Buena Vista University?
Admitted students typically score 930 – 1130 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Buena Vista University Men's Wrestling 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.
