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Houston Christian University Baseball

Houston Christian University (HCU) · Houston, Texas · Private nonprofit university

Recognized
NCAA ISouthland Conference
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Acceptance rate84%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate49%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,276Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty18 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Men's Baseball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Houston Christian University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southland Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
hcuhuskies.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 990–1190
ACTMiddle 50%: 17–24

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Popular majors

AccountingAncient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special EffectsArt Teacher EducationArt Therapy/TherapistBehavioral SciencesBible/Biblical Studies
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
18 : 1
Graduation rate
49% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,750
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$20,530
Campus

Where it is

Houston Christian University in Houston.

Location
Houston, Texas
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Baptist
Time zone
Central
Website
hc.edu
Overview

About Houston Christian University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Houston Christian University (HCU) competes in NCAA Division I Baseball as a member of the Southland Conference. The program has 8 coaches on staff, led by Clay VanderLaan, the Head Coach. Houston Christian University is a private school in Houston, Texas with 4,276 undergraduates, a 84% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,530 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Houston Christian University Baseball

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

  1. Find the right coachHouston Christian University has 8 coaches for Baseball, including the Associate Head Coach, Assistant Coach and Graduate Assistant. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision I coaches look at your stats, times or film first. Put your best numbers, position and grad year in the subject line.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 990-1190 on the SAT and 17-24 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
Email the Houston Christian University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Houston Christian University Baseball FAQ

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

What division is Houston Christian University Baseball?

Houston Christian University competes in NCAA Division I Baseball.

What conference is Houston Christian University Baseball in?

The Southland Conference.

How many coaches does Houston Christian University Baseball have?

8 coaches, led by Clay VanderLaan, the Head Coach.

How much does Houston Christian University cost?

In-state tuition is $36,750 and out-of-state tuition is $36,750 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,530.

What is the Houston Christian University acceptance rate?

84% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Houston Christian University Baseball coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account 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