MidAmerica Nazarene Softball
MidAmerica Nazarene University · Pioneers
HAAC · Olathe, KS
$37K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
54%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
MidAmerica Nazarene 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
- $47,934Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 24%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,539
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HAAC
- Location
- Olathe, KS
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Steve Babinski
Head Coach
s•••@mnu.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Elizabeth Thomas
Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator
Olivia Pino
Assistant Coach/Varsity Reserve Coach
o•••@mnu.eduBrandon Russell
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Prospect Camp
- Date
- 11/13/2026 - 11/14/2026
- Cost
- $80 - $160 + fees
- Age Group
- 14 - 22+
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Olathe, KS, Nov 13–Nov 14. Check hotel prices →
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- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
- College camps at your target schools offer the best return on investment — coaches see you on their campus.
What MidAmerica Nazarene Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for MidAmerica Nazarene. 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 softball can award up to 10 scholarships' worth of aid, split among any number of players. The NAIA has no association-wide letter of intent: the school's financial-aid agreement is the real commitment, so ask what it covers.
Key Dates
- No contact restrictions apply
- No NAIA-wide letter of intent — the school's financial-aid agreement is the commitment
- Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
- Freshman eligibility: a 2.3+ GPA, or two of three — 18 ACT / 970 SAT, 2.0+ GPA, top half of class
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Events already played where the organizer listed MidAmerica Nazarene as attending. A guide to where this program tends to recruit — not a commitment to this year's schedule.
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MidAmerica Nazarene softball roster outlook
MidAmerica Nazarene carries 18 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
- Pitchers: 1 leaving, 1 returning.1 leaving
- Catchers: 1 leaving, 3 returning.1 leaving
- Infielders: 1 leaving, 2 returning.1 leaving
- Outfielders: 0 leaving, 5 returning.0 leaving
- Utility: 1 leaving, 3 returning.1 leaving
See as a table
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 1 |
| Catchers | 1 | 3 |
| Infielders | 1 | 2 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 5 |
| Utility | 1 | 3 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by MidAmerica Nazarene University softball?
Start by filling out the MidAmerica Nazarene University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where MidAmerica Nazarene University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does MidAmerica Nazarene University offer softball scholarships?
MidAmerica Nazarene University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
When are MidAmerica Nazarene University softball camps?
MidAmerica Nazarene University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at MidAmerica Nazarene University?
The current head coach is Steve Babinski. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Follow MidAmerica Nazarene Softball
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)
- $62,972/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $57,433/yr
- Median student debt
- $15,000
- Admission rate
- 79%
Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $32,165/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 31%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 950–1090
- ACT range
- 17–23
Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.
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Quick Facts
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HAAC
- State
- KS
- Camps Listed
- 1
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