Christian Brothers vs Eckerd: Softball Program Comparison
Two D2 programs. Christian Brothers runs $16,611 less per year; Eckerd graduates 12 points more of its students.
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 Christian Brothers if…
- The number on the bill matters: Christian Brothers lists $16,611 less per year in tuition and housing than Eckerd, and neither charges by residency.
- You are weighing the degree as an investment: Christian Brothers graduates earn about $5,659 more per year a decade after enrolling.
- Admissions is the part you are least sure about: Christian Brothers admits 87% of applicants.
Lean Eckerd if…
- Finishing the degree is the priority: Eckerd graduates 12 percentage points more of its students than Christian Brothers.
- You need an evaluation this summer: we track 2 camps at Eckerd against none listed at Christian Brothers.
- Your transcript is a strength: Eckerd admits 76% of applicants, so strong grades count for more here.
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 | Christian Brothers | Eckerd |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & feesBoth schools charge one rate regardless of residency. | $37,300 — Christian Brothers leads on this measure: lower published tuition | $50,374 |
| Room & board | $10,731 — Christian Brothers leads on this measure: lower room & board | $14,268 |
| Est. year, all inTuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid. | $48,031 — Christian Brothers leads on this measure: lower total cost per year | $64,642 |
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 | Christian Brothers | Eckerd |
|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 56% | 68% — Eckerd leads on this measure: higher share of students finishing their degree |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $57,478/yr — Christian Brothers leads on this measure: higher median earnings a decade out | $51,819/yr |
| Median debt at graduation | $27,000 | $27,000 |
| Debt as a share of year-10 payMedian debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back. | 47% — Christian Brothers leads on this measure: debt is a smaller share of what graduates earn | 52% |
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 | Christian Brothers | Eckerd |
|---|---|---|
| Admission rateLower means more selective — harder to get in, but not automatically the better fit. | 87% | 76% |
| Total enrollmentNeither is better — it is the difference between a lecture hall and a seminar table. | 2,043 | 1,986 |
| Where it is | Memphis, TN | Saint Petersburg, FL |
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 | Christian Brothers | Eckerd |
|---|---|---|
| Conference | GSC | SSC |
| Head coach | Tara Wheeler | Michelle Frew |
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 | Christian Brothers | Eckerd |
|---|---|---|
| Camps we track | — | 2 listed (2 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.
Christian Brothers
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.
Eckerd
Open the recruiting questionnaireCamps we track
- Showcase Camp | September 19th09/19/2026 · 8th Grade - 12th Grade · $200
- Showcase Camp | September 26th09/26/2026 · 8th Grade - 12th Grade · $200
Christian Brothers vs Eckerd: common questions
- Is Christian Brothers or Eckerd cheaper?
- On published price, Christian Brothers is cheaper — about $48,031 a year in tuition and housing, against $64,642 at Eckerd. 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, Christian Brothers or Eckerd?
- Eckerd, at 68% against 56% at Christian Brothers (IPEDS, 2023-24). That is the whole student body, not the softball roster.
- Do Christian Brothers and Eckerd 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 Christian Brothers and Eckerd run softball camps?
- We track 2 camps at Eckerd and none currently listed at Christian Brothers. Camp listings change through the year — check the program's own site before ruling it out.
- How do I contact the coaches at Christian Brothers and Eckerd?
- 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 Christian Brothers and Eckerd accurate and up-to-date, but we sometimes miss changes or get something wrong.
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