Bluffton University Football
Bluffton University (BU) · Bluffton, Ohio · Private nonprofit university
Bluffton University Football coaches
Coaches at Bluffton University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
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The program
Where Bluffton University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- blufftonbeavers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 53% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Bluffton University in Bluffton.
- Location
- Bluffton, Ohio
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Mennonite Church
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- bluffton.edu
About Bluffton University Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Chris Hedden, the Head Coach, leads the Bluffton University Football staff of 7 coaches, verified September 2026. Bluffton University (BU) competes in NCAA Division III Football as a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. Bluffton University is a small private school in Bluffton, Ohio with 646 undergraduates, a 67% acceptance rate and an average net price of $21,299 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Bluffton University Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Chris Hedden, the Head Coach and Chase Rich, the Assistant Coach - Offensive Line. Bluffton University has 7 coaches for Football, 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, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Chris can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bluffton University typically score 860–1130 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT, 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 Bluffton University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Bluffton University Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Bluffton University D3?
Yes. Bluffton University competes in NCAA Division III Football, in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Is Bluffton University public or private?
Bluffton University is a private nonprofit school in Bluffton, Ohio.
What conference is Bluffton University Football in?
The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Bluffton University offer athletic scholarships for Football?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Bluffton University Football have?
7 coaches, led by Chris Hedden, the Head Coach.
How much does Bluffton University cost?
In-state tuition is $36,562 and out-of-state tuition is $36,562 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,299.
What is the Bluffton University acceptance rate?
67% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bluffton University?
Admitted students typically score 860–1130 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Bluffton University Football coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.