Ave Maria Softball
Ave Maria University · Gyrenes
SUN · Ave Maria, FL
$28K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
55%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Ave Maria softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in NAIA.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Est. year, all in
- $42,347Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 42%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,335
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- SUN
- Location
- Ave Maria, FL
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
What Ave Maria Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
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Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No contact restrictions — coaches can reach out at any time
Campus Visits
Campus visits available year-round
Offers & Commitments
NAIA schools can offer up to 10 scholarship equivalencies. Letters of intent are NAIA-specific (separate from the NCAA process).
Key Dates
- No contact restrictions apply
- NAIA Letter of Intent — can sign anytime
- Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
- Players are immediately eligible to compete (no redshirt rules like NCAA)
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Coaching Staff
Trinity Medina
Head Coach
T•••@avemaria.eduTiara Towe
Assistant Softball Coach
T•••@avemaria.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Tournament Attendance
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Ave Maria softball roster outlook
Ave Maria carries 22 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 3 |
| Catchers | 0 | 3 |
| Infielders | 2 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 5 |
| Utility | 2 | 1 |
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 Ave Maria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Ave Maria University softball?
Start by filling out the Ave Maria University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Ave Maria University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Ave Maria University offer softball scholarships?
Ave Maria University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Ave Maria University?
The current head coach is Trinity Medina. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $49,520/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $43,572/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,776
- Admission rate
- 41%
Consider ROI — 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
- $24,860/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 21%
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
- NAIA
- Conference
- SUN
- State
- FL
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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