Arkansas Tech vs Augusta: Softball Program Comparison
Two D2 programs. Arkansas Tech runs $11,081 less per year out of state; Augusta graduates earn $6,706 more a decade out.
Which one is right for you?
Neither school is better in the abstract — they are better for different athletes. These are the differences big enough to actually decide on.
Lean Arkansas Tech if…
- You are an out-of-state recruit and the number on the bill matters: Arkansas Tech lists $11,081 less per year in tuition and housing than Augusta.
- You need an evaluation this summer: we track 3 camps at Arkansas Tech against none listed at Augusta.
Lean Augusta if…
- You would be in-state: Augusta is $386 cheaper per year on published in-state tuition than Arkansas Tech.
- You are weighing the degree as an investment: Augusta graduates earn about $6,706 more per year a decade after enrolling.
- You want the stronger program on paper: Augusta rates solid against developing at Arkansas Tech.
What it costs to go there
Published sticker price from IPEDS. Almost nobody pays it — athletic, academic and need-based aid all come off the top — but the gap between two schools is a fair read on the gap between two offers.
| Measure | Arkansas Tech | Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| In-state tuition & fees | $8,508 | $8,122 — Augusta leads on this measure: lower published in-state tuition |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $14,502 — Arkansas Tech leads on this measure: lower published out-of-state tuition | $23,500 |
| Room & board | $9,852 — Arkansas Tech leads on this measure: lower room & board | $11,935 |
| Est. in-state year, all inTuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid. | $18,360 — Arkansas Tech leads on this measure: lower total in-state cost | $20,057 |
| Est. out-of-state year, all inTuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid. | $24,354 — Arkansas Tech leads on this measure: lower total out-of-state cost | $35,435 |
What you leave with
Federal College Scorecard figures for all students at the institution, not softball players specifically. Read them as a signal about the degree, not about the program.
| Measure | Arkansas Tech | Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 49% | 49% |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $41,766/yr | $48,472/yr — Augusta leads on this measure: higher median earnings a decade out |
| Median debt at graduation | $21,000 | $20,500 |
| Debt as a share of year-10 payMedian debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back. | 50% | 42% — Augusta leads on this measure: debt is a smaller share of what graduates earn |
Getting in, and what you'd walk into
Admissions and size. A coach can support your file, but at most schools they cannot admit you — the academic profile below is the bar you still have to clear.
| Measure | Arkansas Tech | Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| Admission rateLower means more selective — harder to get in, but not automatically the better fit. | 96% | 86% |
| Total enrollmentNeither is better — it is the difference between a lecture hall and a seminar table. | 9,487 | 9,862 |
| Where it is | Russellville, AR | Augusta, GA |
The softball program itself
Division and conference set the ceiling; the postseason record and staff tell you what the program has actually done with it.
| Measure | Arkansas Tech | Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| Conference | GAC | PBC |
| Program strengthCommitBound rating from division, conference level, postseason record and staff stability. | Developing | Solid |
| Head coach | Jordon Jones | Melissa Brocato |
| In the job since | — | 1998 |
How you actually get in front of them
Camps and questionnaires are the two channels a recruit controls. Where a program runs its own camp, that camp is usually the shortest path to being evaluated by the staff that would recruit you.
| Measure | Arkansas Tech | Augusta |
|---|---|---|
| Camps we track | 3 listed (3 with dates) | — |
| Recruiting questionnaire | Yes | Yes |
| Program on X / Instagram | Yes | Yes |
Scholarship money, honestly
Both programs sit at NCAA Division II, so the scholarship rules are identical: 7.2 (equivalency). Full athletic rides are rare at D2. With 7.2 equivalencies spread across a roster, nearly every scholarship is partial — but athletic aid stacks with academic and need-based aid.
What to do about it this week
Questionnaires are exempt from NCAA contact-date rules, so you can submit one at any age. A program's own camp is where its staff does most of its evaluating — submit the questionnaire first so they know to look for you.
Arkansas Tech
Open the recruiting questionnaireCamps we track
- Prospect Camp | August 3rd08/03/2026 · 8th Grade - 12th Grade · $100
- Intermediate Kids Camp08/22/2026 · 5th Grade - 9th Grade · $50
- Kiddie Camp08/22/2026 · 1st Grade - 5th Grade · $50
Augusta
Open the recruiting questionnaireCamps we track
None listed right now. Camp schedules go up through the winter — check the program's own site before ruling it out.
Arkansas Tech vs Augusta: common questions
- Is Arkansas Tech or Augusta cheaper?
- On published price, Arkansas Tech is cheaper — about $24,354 a year out of state in tuition and housing, against $35,435 at Augusta. That is sticker price; athletic, academic and need-based aid all come off it, so ask both coaches what an actual offer would look like.
- Which school graduates more of its students, Arkansas Tech or Augusta?
- Both report a 49% graduation rate (IPEDS, 2023-24).
- Do Arkansas Tech and Augusta offer softball scholarships?
- Both play at NCAA Division II: 7.2 (equivalency). Full athletic rides are rare at D2. With 7.2 equivalencies spread across a roster, nearly every scholarship is partial — but athletic aid stacks with academic and need-based aid.
- Do Arkansas Tech and Augusta run softball camps?
- We track 3 camps at Arkansas Tech and none currently listed at Augusta. Camp listings change through the year — check the program's own site before ruling it out.
- How do I contact the coaches at Arkansas Tech and Augusta?
- Both programs run a recruiting questionnaire, and that is the right first move — it is exempt from NCAA contact-date rules, so you can submit it at any age. Fill out both, then follow with an email to each staff.
Cost, graduation and enrollment figures from IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education, 2023-24). Earnings, debt and admission rates from the federal College Scorecard. Postseason results from the NCAA Division I softball tournament records, 2021-2026. Rankings from NCAA.com and U.S. News & World Report. Figures describe the institution, not the softball roster.
We work hard to keep all data for Arkansas Tech and Augusta accurate and up-to-date, but we sometimes miss changes or get something wrong.
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