D1MEAC
Competitive

Coppin State Softball

Coppin State University · Eagles

MEAC · Baltimore, MD

Solid ProgramGrads earn $46K/yr

$7K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $14K

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

26%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $12K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Coppin State softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.

Conference level
Low Major
Est. in-state year, all in
$18,876
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$25,664Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
54%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,101

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
MEAC
Location
Baltimore, MD
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

What Coppin State Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D1 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
60 mphMin
63 mphCompetitive
67 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
67 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.1 secMin
2.9 secCompetitive
2.8 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
61 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
68 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2 secMin
1.9 secCompetitive
1.8 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Coppin State. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media

Campus Visits

Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)

Offers & Commitments

Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).

Key Dates

  • September 1, junior year — official contact begins
  • September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
  • 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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Coaching Staff

Mercedes Hargett

Head Coach

m•••@coppin.edu

Giselle Alvarez

Assistant Coach

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Coppin State softball roster outlook

Coppin State carries 16 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).

Coppin State 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers12
Catchers10
Infielders23
Outfielders16

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.

Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Coppin State.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Coppin State University softball?

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

Does Coppin State University offer softball scholarships?

Coppin State University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.

Who is the head coach at Coppin State University?

The current head coach is Mercedes Hargett. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$46,490/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,243/yr
Median student debt
$25,000
Admission rate
46%

Strong Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$9,977/yr
Students on Pell Grant
54%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
880–1020

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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Conference
MEAC
State
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