Missouri Western State Softball
Missouri Western State University · Griffons
MIAA · Saint Joseph, MO
$10K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $18K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
40%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Missouri Western State softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.
- Conference level
- Division II
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $20,775
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $28,475Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 47%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 3,817
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- MIAA
- Location
- Saint Joseph, MO
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Bianca Duran
Head Coach
b•••@missouriwestern.eduSteffany Dickerson
Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Fall Youth Camp
- Date
- 10/18/2026
- Cost
- $70
- Age Group
- 5 - 11
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in St Joseph, MO, Oct 18–Oct 19. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Winter Camp
- Date
- 12/12/2026
- Cost
- $100
- Age Group
- 6th Grade - 12th Grade
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 St Joseph, MO, Dec 12–Dec 13. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
High School and Middle School Pitching and Catching Clinic
- Date
- 12/20/2026
- Cost
- $50
- Age Group
- 6th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in St Joseph, MO, Dec 20–Dec 21. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Youth Pitching and Catching Clinic
- Date
- 12/20/2026
- Cost
- $50
- Age Group
- 5 - 11
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in St Joseph, MO, Dec 20–Dec 21. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- 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.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Missouri Western State. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; coaches can arrange visits and off-campus meetings starting June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime. Written aid offers are signed during the signing periods (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — coaches can arrange visits and meet off campus
- Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
- Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing
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Tournament Attendance
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Missouri Western State University softball?
Start by filling out the Missouri Western State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Missouri Western State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Missouri Western State University offer softball scholarships?
Missouri Western State University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Missouri Western State University softball camps?
Missouri Western State University has 4 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Missouri Western State University?
The current head coach is Bianca Duran. 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)
- $42,647/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $37,499/yr
- Median student debt
- $19,968
Good 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
- $13,251/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 28%
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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- Division
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- Conference
- MIAA
- State
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- Camps Listed
- 4
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