Oakland University Baseball
Oakland University (Oakland U) · Rochester Hills, Michigan · Public university
Oakland University Baseball coaches
Coaches at Oakland University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Oakland University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Horizon League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- goldengrizzlies.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
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Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 58% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Oakland University in Rochester Hills.
- Location
- Rochester Hills, Michigan
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- oakland.edu
About Oakland University Baseball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brian Nelson, the Head Coach, leads the Oakland University Baseball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Oakland University (Oakland U) competes in NCAA Division I Baseball as a member of the Horizon League. Oakland University is a large public school in Rochester Hills, Michigan with 15,768 undergraduates, a 88% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,208 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Oakland University Baseball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brian Nelson, the Head Coach and Jared Helmic, the Assistant Coach - Recruiting. Oakland University has 4 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- 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.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Brian can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Oakland University typically score 1030–1230 on the SAT, 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 Oakland University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Oakland University Baseball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Oakland University D1?
Yes. Oakland University competes in NCAA Division I Baseball, in the Horizon League.
Is Oakland University public or private?
Oakland University is a public school in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
What conference is Oakland University Baseball in?
The Horizon League.
Does Oakland University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?
Oakland 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 Oakland University Baseball have?
4 coaches, led by Brian Nelson, the Head Coach.
How much does Oakland University cost?
In-state tuition is $17,167 and out-of-state tuition is $24,735 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,208.
What is the Oakland University acceptance rate?
88% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Oakland University?
Admitted students typically score 1030–1230 on the SAT.
How do I contact the Oakland University Baseball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.