NAIAAAC
Moderately Competitive

Columbia International Softball

Columbia International University · Rams

AAC · Columbia, SC

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Developing ProgramGrads earn $39K/yr

$28K

In-state tuition

Up to 10

Scholarships

equivalencies

47%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $12K

Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.

Columbia International 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
$39,850Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
51%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,631

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
NAIA
Conference
AAC
Location
Columbia, SC
Scholarships
Up to 10 equivalencies

What Columbia International Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

NAIA contact rules for Columbia International. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

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 softball can award up to 10 scholarships' worth of aid, split among any number of players. The NAIA has no association-wide letter of intent: the school's financial-aid agreement is the real commitment, so ask what it covers.

Key Dates

  • No contact restrictions apply
  • No NAIA-wide letter of intent — the school's financial-aid agreement is the commitment
  • Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
  • Freshman eligibility: a 2.3+ GPA, or two of three — 18 ACT / 970 SAT, 2.0+ GPA, top half of class

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Sara Allen

Head Coach

s•••@ciu.edu

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Tournament Attendance

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Listed by the organizer

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

Zoom Into June East
Jun 11, 2027Cumming, GA
East Coast Summer Nationals #2
Jul 28, 2027Myrtle Beach, SC

Attended in past seasons

Events already played where the organizer listed Columbia International 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
Zoom Into June East
Jun 5, 2026Cumming, GA

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Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Columbia International.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Columbia International University softball?

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

Does Columbia International University offer softball scholarships?

Columbia International University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Columbia International University?

The current head coach is Sara Allen. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$38,951/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$33,929/yr
Median student debt
$20,000
Admission rate
94%

Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$26,036/yr

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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Quick Facts

Division
NAIA
Conference
AAC
State
SC
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