Cal State Monterey Bay Softball
Otters
CCAA · Seaside, CA
$8K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $20K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
59%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $16K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
Cal State Monterey Bay softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.
- Conference level
- Division II
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $24,192
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $36,792Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 22%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 6,742
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- CCAA
- Location
- Seaside, CA
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Emily Montañez
Head Coach
e•••@csumb.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Michaela Velazquez
Assistant Coach
m•••@csumb.eduLorenzo Espino
Assistant Coach
Amanda Hansen
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
December Prospect Camp
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
CSUMB Coaches Clinic
- Date
- 01/16/2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
What Cal State Monterey Bay Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Cal State Monterey Bay. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Cal State Monterey Bay softball roster outlook
Cal State Monterey Bay carries 30 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 8 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at outfielders (4).
- Pitchers: 0 leaving, 6 returning.0 leaving
- Catchers: 1 leaving, 4 returning.1 leaving
- Infielders: 3 leaving, 7 returning.3 leaving
- Outfielders: 4 leaving, 4 returning.4 leaving
- Utility: 0 leaving, 1 returning.0 leaving
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| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 6 |
| Catchers | 1 | 4 |
| Infielders | 3 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 4 | 4 |
| Utility | 0 | 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Cal State Monterey Bay softball?
Start by filling out the Cal State Monterey Bay recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Cal State Monterey Bay coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Cal State Monterey Bay offer softball scholarships?
Cal State Monterey Bay is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Cal State Monterey Bay softball camps?
Cal State Monterey Bay has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Cal State Monterey Bay?
The current head coach is Emily Montañez. 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)
- $59,247/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $48,648/yr
- Median student debt
- $12,750
- Admission rate
- 97%
Strong Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $13,663/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 43%
Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.
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- Division
- D2
- Conference
- CCAA
- State
- CA
- Camps Listed
- 2
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