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Maranatha Baptist University Softball

Maranatha Baptist University (MBU) · Watertown, Wisconsin · Private nonprofit university

NCAA IIIIndependent Midwest Region
Acceptance rate72%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates960Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Maranatha Baptist University Softball coaches

Coaches at Maranatha Baptist University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Maranatha Baptist University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Independent Midwest Region
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
mbusabercats.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 940–1260
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–28

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Popular majors

AccountingAccounting and Business/ManagementAthletic Training/TrainerBible/Biblical StudiesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, General
Test policy
Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$20,040
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,001
Campus

Where it is

Maranatha Baptist University in Watertown.

Location
Watertown, Wisconsin
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Baptist
Time zone
Central
Website
mbu.edu
Overview

About Maranatha Baptist University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Bethany Searle is the Assistant Coach for Maranatha Baptist University Softball, verified October 2026. Maranatha Baptist University (MBU) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the Independent Midwest Region. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Maranatha Baptist University is a small private school in Watertown, Wisconsin with 960 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,001 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Maranatha Baptist University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Bethany Searle, the Assistant Coach. Maranatha Baptist University has 1 coach for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time 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 a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Bethany can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Maranatha Baptist University typically score 940–1260 on the SAT and 20–28 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Maranatha Baptist University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Maranatha Baptist University Softball FAQ

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

Is Maranatha Baptist University D3?

Yes. Maranatha Baptist University competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the Independent Midwest Region.

Is Maranatha Baptist University public or private?

Maranatha Baptist University is a private nonprofit school in Watertown, Wisconsin.

What conference is Maranatha Baptist University Softball in?

The Independent Midwest Region.

Does Maranatha Baptist University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Maranatha Baptist University Softball have?

1 coach, led by Bethany Searle, the Assistant Coach.

When can Maranatha Baptist University Softball 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 Maranatha Baptist University Softball?

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 Maranatha Baptist University cost?

In-state tuition is $20,040 and out-of-state tuition is $20,040 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,001.

What is the Maranatha Baptist University acceptance rate?

72% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Maranatha Baptist University?

Admitted students typically score 940–1260 on the SAT and 20–28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Maranatha Baptist University Softball 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