Northwest Nazarene Softball
Northwest Nazarene University · Crusaders
GNAC · Nampa, ID
$41K
In-state tuition
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
71%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
Northwest Nazarene 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. year, all in
- $52,344Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 46%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,774
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- GNAC
- Location
- Nampa, ID
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
John Carpenter
Head Coach
J•••@nnu.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Hallie Swanson
Assistant Coach
Brittany Genuardi
Assistant Coach
Tori Hensley
Assistant Coach
Emilie Hernandez
Graduate Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
NNU Softball Winter Workouts | December (Tuesdays)
- Date
- 12/01/2026 - 12/29/2026
- Cost
- $25 + fees
- Age Group
- 3rd Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 28 nights in Nampa, ID, Dec 1–Dec 29. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Summer All Softball Skills Camp | May 31st - June 2nd
- Date
- 05/31/2027 - 06/02/2027
- Cost
- $275 - $325 + fees
- Age Group
- 1st Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 2 nights in Nampa, ID, May 31–Jun 2. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
What Northwest Nazarene Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Northwest Nazarene. 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; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Northwest Nazarene softball roster outlook
Northwest Nazarene carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
- Pitchers: 1 leaving, 3 returning.1 leaving
- Catchers: 0 leaving, 3 returning.0 leaving
- Infielders: 2 leaving, 4 returning.2 leaving
- Outfielders: 2 leaving, 4 returning.2 leaving
- Utility: 0 leaving, 5 returning.0 leaving
See as a table
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 3 |
| Catchers | 0 | 3 |
| Infielders | 2 | 4 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 4 |
| Utility | 0 | 5 |
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 Northwest Nazarene University softball?
Start by filling out the Northwest Nazarene University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Northwest Nazarene University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Northwest Nazarene University offer softball scholarships?
Northwest Nazarene University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Northwest Nazarene University softball camps?
Northwest Nazarene University has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Northwest Nazarene University?
The current head coach is John Carpenter. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Follow Northwest 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)
- $51,719/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $45,488/yr
- Median student debt
- $23,750
- Admission rate
- 65%
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
- $29,580/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 30%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1005–1240
- ACT range
- 22–27
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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- Division
- D2
- Conference
- GNAC
- State
- ID
- Camps Listed
- 2
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