My son and I just did a tour and met with the coach at Northern KY University a couple of weeks ago (in the snow!). The campus is mid-size with classes not too big. The Coach is a very nice and personable guy. Likes speed (wooden bat league). Coach is confident in his program and has been successful there and previous school. Doesn't give much money to freshmen. He likes to evaluate players himself. I did feel like it was worth our time and would recommend taking the time to check out. Looks like you're in Illinois - so not too far.