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Gannon University (GU) · Erie, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate74%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate66%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,189Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Gannon University Baseball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Gannon University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
gannonsports.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAquatic Biology/LimnologyBiochemistryBioengineering and Biomedical EngineeringBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
66% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$39,270
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,942
Campus

Where it is

Gannon University in Erie.

Location
Erie, Pennsylvania
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Eastern
Website
gannon.edu
Overview

About Gannon University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

DJ Cannon, the Head Coach, leads the Gannon University Baseball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Gannon University (GU) competes in NCAA Division II Baseball as a member of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. Gannon University is a private school in Erie, Pennsylvania with 4,189 undergraduates, a 74% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,942 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Gannon University Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail DJ Cannon, the Head Coach and Joe Colosi, the Assistant Coach. Gannon University 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 DJ 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 Gannon University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Gannon University Baseball FAQ

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

Is Gannon University D2?

Yes. Gannon University competes in NCAA Division II Baseball, in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference.

Is Gannon University public or private?

Gannon University is a private nonprofit school in Erie, Pennsylvania.

What conference is Gannon University Baseball in?

The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference.

Does Gannon University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

Gannon University 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 Gannon University Baseball have?

3 coaches, led by DJ Cannon, the Head Coach.

How much does Gannon University cost?

In-state tuition is $39,270 and out-of-state tuition is $39,270 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,942.

What is the Gannon University acceptance rate?

74% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Gannon 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