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Messiah University Men's Wrestling

Messiah University (MU) · Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate79%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate75%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,373Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Messiah University Men's Wrestling coaches

Coaches at Messiah University who recruit Men's Wrestling, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Messiah University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
gomessiah.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1110–1350
ACTMiddle 50%: 26–31

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceArt Teacher EducationBiochemistryBioengineering and Biomedical EngineeringBiology Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
75% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$41,300
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$29,882
Campus

Where it is

Messiah University in Mechanicsburg.

Location
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Interdenominational
Time zone
Eastern
Website
messiah.edu
Overview

About Messiah University Men's Wrestling

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Bryan Brunk, the Head Coach, leads the Messiah University Men's Wrestling staff of 10 coaches, verified October 2026. Messiah University (MU) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling as a member of the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Messiah University is a private school in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania with 3,373 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $29,882 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Messiah University Men's Wrestling

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Bryan Brunk, the Head Coach and Andy Vogel, the Assistant Coach. Messiah University has 10 coaches for Men's Wrestling, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. 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.
  3. Send your videoInclude full matches against strong opponents, with the link near the top so Bryan can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Messiah University typically score 1110–1350 on the SAT and 26–31 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 Messiah University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.

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Questions

Messiah University Men's Wrestling FAQ

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

Is Messiah University D3?

Yes. Messiah University competes in NCAA Division III Men's Wrestling, in the Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.

Is Messiah University public or private?

Messiah University is a private nonprofit school in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.

What conference is Messiah University Men's Wrestling in?

The Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation.

Does Messiah 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 Messiah University Men's Wrestling have?

10 coaches, led by Bryan Brunk, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Messiah University Men's Wrestling?

Bryan Brunk is the Head Coach.

When can Messiah 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 Messiah 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 Messiah University cost?

In-state tuition is $41,300 and out-of-state tuition is $41,300 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,882.

What is the Messiah University acceptance rate?

79% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Messiah University?

Admitted students typically score 1110–1350 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Messiah 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026