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Barton College (BC) · Wilson, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate94%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate46%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,235Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Barton College Baseball coaches

Coaches at Barton College who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Barton College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
South Atlantic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
bartonbulldogs.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Art/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralCriminal Justice/Safety StudiesDesign and Visual Communications, GeneralDrama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, GeneralElementary Education and Teaching
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
46% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$37,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,804
Campus

Where it is

Barton College in Wilson.

Location
Wilson, North Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Time zone
Eastern
Website
barton.edu
Overview

About Barton College Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Matt Padgett, the Head Coach, leads the Barton College Baseball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Barton College (BC) competes in NCAA Division II Baseball as a member of the South Atlantic Conference. Barton College is a small private school in Wilson, North Carolina with 1,235 undergraduates, a 94% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,804 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Barton College Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Matt Padgett, the Head Coach and Buddy Bleasdale, the Assistant Coach. Barton College has 3 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Matt can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Barton College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Barton College Baseball FAQ

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

Is Barton College D2?

Yes. Barton College competes in NCAA Division II Baseball, in the South Atlantic Conference.

Is Barton College public or private?

Barton College is a private nonprofit school in Wilson, North Carolina.

What conference is Barton College Baseball in?

The South Atlantic Conference.

Does Barton College offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Barton College competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Barton College Baseball have?

3 coaches, led by Matt Padgett, the Head Coach.

How much does Barton College cost?

In-state tuition is $37,000 and out-of-state tuition is $37,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,804.

What is the Barton College acceptance rate?

94% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Barton College 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