NAIAGPAC

Moderately Competitive

Morningside Softball

Morningside University · Mustangs

GPAC · Sioux City, IA

Developing ProgramGrads earn $55K/yr

$38K

In-state tuition

Up to 10

Scholarships

equivalencies

53%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $11K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Morningside 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: $49,394Tuition & 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: 2,158

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division: NAIA
Conference: GPAC
Location: Sioux City, IA
Scholarships: Up to 10 equivalencies

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What Morningside Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity

53 mphMin

56 mphCompetitive

60 mphElite

Exit Velocity (Tee)

62 mphMin

65 mphCompetitive

70 mphElite

Home to 1st (RH)

3.3 secMin

3.1 secCompetitive

3 secElite

Overhand Throw (IF)

52 mphMin

56 mphCompetitive

60 mphElite

Pop Time (2B)

2.2 secMin

2.1 secCompetitive

1.95 secElite

GPA

2.5Min

2.8Competitive

3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

NAIA contact rules for Morningside. 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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Coaching Staff

Brooke Pruner

Head Coach

Jessica Jones-Sitzmann

Assistant Coach

Whitney Lloyd

Assistant Coach

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Camps & Clinics

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Morningside University softball?

Start by filling out the Morningside University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Morningside University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Morningside University offer softball scholarships?

Morningside University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Morningside University?

The current head coach is Brooke Pruner. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr): $55,494/yr
Median earnings (6yr): $47,687/yr
Median student debt: $26,028
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: $31,320/yr
Students on Pell Grant: 34%

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

Division: NAIA
Conference: GPAC
State: IA
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