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Bluffton University Women's Volleyball

Bluffton University (BU) · Bluffton, Ohio · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate67%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates646Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Bluffton University Women's Volleyball coaches

Coaches at Bluffton University who recruit Women's Volleyball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Bluffton University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
blufftonbeavers.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 860–1130
ACTMiddle 50%: 16–22

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Popular majors

AccountingArt Therapy/TherapistArt/Art Studies, GeneralAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBible/Biblical StudiesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,562
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$21,299
Campus

Where it is

Bluffton University in Bluffton.

Location
Bluffton, Ohio
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Mennonite Church
Time zone
Eastern
Website
bluffton.edu
Overview

About Bluffton University Women's Volleyball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Steve Yarnell, the Head Coach, leads the Bluffton University Women's Volleyball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Bluffton University (BU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Volleyball as a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Bluffton University is a small private school in Bluffton, Ohio with 646 undergraduates, a 67% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,299 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Bluffton University Women's Volleyball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Steve Yarnell, the Head Coach and Jenna Woods, the Assistant Coach. Bluffton University has 3 coaches for Women's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump 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 plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Steve can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bluffton University typically score 860–1130 on the SAT and 16–22 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 Bluffton University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.

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Questions

Bluffton University Women's Volleyball FAQ

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

Is Bluffton University D3?

Yes. Bluffton University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Volleyball, in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Bluffton University public or private?

Bluffton University is a private nonprofit school in Bluffton, Ohio.

What conference is Bluffton University Women's Volleyball in?

The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Bluffton University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Volleyball?

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

How many coaches does Bluffton University Women's Volleyball have?

3 coaches, led by Steve Yarnell, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Bluffton University Women's Volleyball?

Steve Yarnell is the Head Coach.

When can Bluffton University Women's Volleyball 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 Bluffton University Women'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 Bluffton University cost?

In-state tuition is $36,562 and out-of-state tuition is $36,562 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,299.

What is the Bluffton University acceptance rate?

67% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 860–1130 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Bluffton University Women'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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026