Cal State Monterey Bay Softball
Otters
CCAA · Seaside, CA
$7K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $19K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
63%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $16K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
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
- $23,850
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $35,730Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Total enrollment
- 6,742
Cost and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- CCAA
- Location
- Seaside, CA
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Emily Montañez
Head Coach
Ashley Daugherty
Assistant Coach - Softball
a•••@csumb.eduMichaela Velazquez
Assistant Coach
m•••@csumb.eduLorenzo Espino
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
November Prospect Camp
- Date
- 11/08/2026
- 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.
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.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
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; coaches can arrange visits and off-campus meetings starting June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime. Written aid offers are signed during the signing periods (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — coaches can arrange visits and meet off campus
- 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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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Cal State Monterey Bay on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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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. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
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.
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- CCAA
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- Camps Listed
- 2
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