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Ball State University (BSU) · Muncie, Indiana · Public university

Acceptance rate85%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate62%finish within six years
Undergraduates21,089Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Ball State University Baseball coaches

Coaches at Ball State University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Ball State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Mid-American Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
ballstatesports.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1080–1260
ACTMiddle 50%: 20–24

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Popular majors

AccountingActuarial ScienceAdvertisingAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special EffectsAnthropology, GeneralApplied Behavior AnalysisArchitecture
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
62% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Indiana residents$8,948
Out-of-state tuition$27,496
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,599
Campus

Where it is

Ball State University in Muncie.

Location
Muncie, Indiana
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Website
bsu.edu
Overview

About Ball State University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Rich Maloney, the Head Coach, leads the Ball State University Baseball staff of 7 coaches, verified September 2026. Ball State University (BSU) competes in NCAA Division I Baseball as a member of the Mid-American Conference. Ball State University is a large public school in Muncie, Indiana with 21,089 undergraduates, a 85% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,599 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Ball State University Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Rich Maloney, the Head Coach and Alex Maloney, the Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. Ball State University has 7 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Rich can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Ball State University typically score 1080–1260 on the SAT and 20–24 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 Ball State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Ball State University Baseball FAQ

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

Is Ball State University D1?

Yes. Ball State University competes in NCAA Division I Baseball, in the Mid-American Conference.

Is Ball State University public or private?

Ball State University is a public school in Muncie, Indiana.

What conference is Ball State University Baseball in?

The Mid-American Conference.

Does Ball State University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Ball State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Ball State University Baseball have?

7 coaches, led by Rich Maloney, the Head Coach.

How much does Ball State University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,948 and out-of-state tuition is $27,496 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,599.

What is the Ball State University acceptance rate?

85% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Ball State University?

Admitted students typically score 1080–1260 on the SAT and 20–24 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Ball State University Baseball 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 September 2026