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Marshall University Football

Marshall University (Marshall) · Huntington, West Virginia · Public university

Recognized
NCAA ISun Belt Conference
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Acceptance rate96%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate51%finish within six years
Undergraduates11,958Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Men's Football coaches

Coaches at Marshall University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Marshall University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
herdzone.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 910–1150
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–24

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralAthletic Training/TrainerBioengineering and Biomedical EngineeringBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
51% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor West Virginia residents$7,568
Out-of-state tuition$18,748
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$8,076
Campus

Where it is

Marshall University in Huntington.

Location
Huntington, West Virginia
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
marshall.edu
Overview

About Marshall University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Marshall University (Marshall) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. The program has 22 coaches on staff, led by Tony Gibson, the Head Coach. Marshall University is a large public school in Huntington, West Virginia with 11,958 undergraduates, a 96% acceptance rate and an average net price of $8,076 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Marshall University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachMarshall University has 22 coaches for Football, including the Associate Head Coach - Inside Wide Receivers - Tight Ends. 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 910-1150 on the SAT and 19-24 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 Marshall University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Marshall University Football FAQ

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

What division is Marshall University Football?

Marshall University competes in NCAA Division I Football.

What conference is Marshall University Football in?

The Sun Belt Conference.

How many coaches does Marshall University Football have?

22 coaches, led by Tony Gibson, the Head Coach.

How much does Marshall University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,568 and out-of-state tuition is $18,748 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,076.

What is the Marshall University acceptance rate?

96% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Marshall University Football 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 September 2026