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Valparaiso University Baseball Recruiting

Horizon · Valparaiso, Indiana · More in Indiana

Valparaiso University plays NCAA D1 baseball in the Horizon. Its roster (as listed September 2026) has 33 players. The head coach is Brian Schmack. Here's what the roster, recruiting history and academics look like — and when the coaching staff can contact you.

When can Valparaiso University coaches contact you?

Roster makeup

Roster as listed September 2026.

Pitchers16
Catchers4
Infielders10
Outfielders7
Utility0

Players listed at more than one position count in each.

By class

Freshmen11
Sophomores5
Juniors5
Seniors12
Graduate students0

Seniors and graduate students, by position

The spots most likely to open up after this season.

Pitchers8
Catchers2
Infielders1
Outfielders1
Utility0

Transfers in, 2023–2026

Total transfers23
From NCAA D14
From NCAA D31
Prior level not recorded18

Prior level not recorded for 18 of 23 transfers.

Top feeder school: Wayne State-NE

MLB draft picks, 2015–2022

6 players drafted from Valparaiso University in those years. Most recent:

Academics and cost

Acceptance rate89%
Average net price$18,578
In-state tuition$48,450
Out-of-state tuition$48,450
Graduation rate70%
Average GPA3.50
Average SAT1178
School sizeMedium school

Estimates from public college data. Check the school's own numbers before you decide.

Coaching staff

Brian Schmack, Head Coach

Coach contact info and the recruiting questionnaire link are in the Prospect Athlete app (free to download).

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