Graceland Softball
Graceland University · Yellowjackets
HAAC · Lamoni, IA
$33K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
38%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Graceland 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
- $43,760Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 45%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,195
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HAAC
- Location
- Lamoni, IA
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Gracie Lopez
Head Coach
g•••@graceland.eduLayne Nowlin
Assistant Coach
l•••@graceland.eduErik Lemberg
Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Daniel Fernandez
Assistant Coach/Pitching Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Softball Camp
- Date
- 10/10/2026
- Cost
- $85.00
- Age Group
- 2027 - 2030
The listing doesn't say what kind of camp this is — check the registration page.
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- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for Graceland. 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 schools can offer up to 10 scholarship equivalencies. Letters of intent are NAIA-specific (separate from the NCAA process).
Key Dates
- No contact restrictions apply
- NAIA Letter of Intent — can sign anytime
- Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
- Players are immediately eligible to compete (no redshirt rules like NCAA)
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Graceland University softball?
Start by filling out the Graceland University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Graceland University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Graceland University offer softball scholarships?
Graceland University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
When are Graceland University softball camps?
Graceland University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Graceland University?
The current head coach is Gracie Lopez. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $47,361/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $40,792/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,212
- Admission rate
- 81%
Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.
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Quick Facts
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HAAC
- State
- IA
- Camps Listed
- 1
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