Missouri State Softball
Missouri State University · Bears
CUSA · Springfield, MO
$9K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $18K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
57%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Missouri State softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- High Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $19,254
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $28,158Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Total enrollment
- 23,418
Cost and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- CUSA
- Location
- Springfield, MO
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Missouri State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Missouri 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
Kasey Griffith
Head Coach
K•••@MissouriState.eduShelby Hiers
Assistant Coach
s•••@missouristate.eduBrittany Gray-Cardenas
Assistant Coach
b•••@MissouriState.eduCarly Brousek
Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Missouri State on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
Attended in past seasons
Events already played where the organizer listed Missouri State as attending. A guide to where this program tends to recruit — not a commitment to this year's schedule.
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Missouri State softball roster outlook
Missouri State carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 4 |
| Catchers | 1 | 3 |
| Infielders | 2 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 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.
Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for Missouri State.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Missouri State University softball?
Start by filling out the Missouri State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Missouri State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Missouri State University offer softball scholarships?
Missouri 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 Missouri State University?
The current head coach is Kasey Griffith. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $17,613/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 22%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1020–1270
- ACT range
- 19–26
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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Quick Facts
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- CUSA
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