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Houghton University Baseball

Houghton University (HU) · Houghton, New York · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate89%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate65%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,200Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Houghton University Baseball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Houghton University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Empire Eight
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.houghton
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1170–1375
ACTMiddle 50%: 26–31

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBible/Biblical StudiesBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiomedical Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
65% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$17,800
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,358
Campus

Where it is

Houghton University in Houghton.

Location
Houghton, New York
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Wesleyan
Time zone
Eastern
Website
houghton.edu
Overview

About Houghton University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Brian Reitnour, the Head Coach, leads the Houghton University Baseball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Houghton University (HU) competes in NCAA Division III Baseball as a member of the Empire Eight. Houghton University is a small private school in Houghton, New York with 1,200 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,358 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Houghton University Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Brian Reitnour, the Head Coach and Brandon Gettig, the Assistant Coach. Houghton University has 4 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. 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.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Houghton University typically score 1170–1375 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 Houghton University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Houghton University Baseball FAQ

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

Is Houghton University D3?

Yes. Houghton University competes in NCAA Division III Baseball, in the Empire Eight.

Is Houghton University public or private?

Houghton University is a private nonprofit school in Houghton, New York.

What conference is Houghton University Baseball in?

The Empire Eight.

Does Houghton University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

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

How many coaches does Houghton University Baseball have?

4 coaches, led by Brian Reitnour, the Head Coach.

How much does Houghton University cost?

In-state tuition is $17,800 and out-of-state tuition is $17,800 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,358.

What is the Houghton University acceptance rate?

89% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1170–1375 on the SAT and 26–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Houghton 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 June 2026