Knox Softball
Knox College · Prairie Fire
MWC · Galesburg, IL
$56K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
68%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Knox softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Est. year, all in
- $65,994Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 49%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,001
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- MWC
- Location
- Galesburg, IL
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Knox. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No NCAA contact restrictions — coaches can reach out to recruits at any time
Campus Visits
Unofficial and official visits available year-round with no restrictions
Offers & Commitments
D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.
Key Dates
- No NCAA contact restrictions apply
- Recruiting often extends through senior year
- Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
- Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Coaching Staff
Casey Hipp
Head Coach
c•••@knox.eduRuby Davis
Assistant Softball Coach
r•••@knox.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Knox softball roster outlook
Knox carries 14 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 2 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 2 | 4 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 1 |
| Utility | 0 | 2 |
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 Knox.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Knox College softball?
Start by filling out the Knox College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Knox College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Knox College offer softball scholarships?
Knox College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Knox College?
The current head coach is Casey Hipp. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $54,820/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $37,757/yr
- Median student debt
- $27,000
- Admission rate
- 71%
Consider ROI — 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
- $24,595/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 31%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1180–1440
- ACT range
- 21–32
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
- MWC
- State
- IL
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