North Dakota State Softball
North Dakota State University · Bison
Summit · Fargo, ND
$11K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $16K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
64%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
North Dakota State softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Mid-Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $20,422
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $25,076Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 37%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 11,952
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Summit
- Location
- Fargo, ND
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Darren Mueller
Head Coach
D•••@ndsu.eduGerice Olson
Associate Head Coach
G•••@ndsu.eduAshley Schilling
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
NDSU Softball Hitting Academy
- Date
- 09/21/2026 - 10/12/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Pitching Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- $110.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Advanced Pitching Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- $137.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Catching Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- $110.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Advanced Catching Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- $137.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Instructional Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- $152.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
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What North Dakota State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for North Dakota 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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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists North Dakota State on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by North Dakota State University softball?
Start by filling out the North Dakota State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where North Dakota State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does North Dakota State University offer softball scholarships?
North Dakota State University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are North Dakota State University softball camps?
North Dakota State University has 6 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at North Dakota State University?
The current head coach is Darren Mueller. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $62,203/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $54,312/yr
- Median student debt
- $23,199
- Admission rate
- 95%
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
- $15,543/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 20%
- ACT range
- 19–25
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
- D1
- Conference
- Summit
- State
- ND
- Camps Listed
- 6
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