D1SWAC
Competitive

Alcorn State Softball

Alcorn State University · Braves

SWAC · Alcorn State, MS

Solid ProgramGrads earn $36K/yr

$9K

In-state tuition

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

46%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $10K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Alcorn State softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.

Conference level
Low Major
Est. year, all in
$18,804Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
74%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,894

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
SWAC
Location
Alcorn State, MS
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

What Alcorn State Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D1 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
60 mphMin
63 mphCompetitive
67 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
67 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.1 secMin
2.9 secCompetitive
2.8 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
61 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
68 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2 secMin
1.9 secCompetitive
1.8 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Alcorn State. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media

Campus Visits

Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)

Offers & Commitments

Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).

Key Dates

  • September 1, junior year — official contact begins
  • September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
  • Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
  • Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing

Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Brianna Billie

Head Coach

b•••@alcorn.edu

Deyonce Lewis

Assistant Softball Coach

d•••@alcorn.edu
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Tournament Attendance

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Listed by the organizer

Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Alcorn State on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.

East Coast Summer Nationals #2
Jul 28, 2027Myrtle Beach, SC

Attended in past seasons

Events already played where the organizer listed Alcorn State as attending. A guide to where this program tends to recruit — not a commitment to this year's schedule.

East Coast Summer Nationals #2
Jul 29, 2026Myrtle Beach, SC

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Alcorn State softball roster outlook

Alcorn State carries 18 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at outfielders (2).

Alcorn State 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers03
Infielders15
Outfielders25
Utility02

From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.

Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Alcorn State.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Alcorn State University softball?

Start by filling out the Alcorn State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Alcorn State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Alcorn State University offer softball scholarships?

Alcorn State University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.

Who is the head coach at Alcorn State University?

The current head coach is Brianna Billie. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$36,421/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$27,752/yr
Median student debt
$27,000
Admission rate
45%

Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$13,265/yr
Students on Pell Grant
70%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
670–998
ACT range
15–19

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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Quick Facts

Division
D1
Conference
SWAC
State
MS
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