Oakwood Softball
Oakwood University · Ambassadors
HBCUAC · Huntsville, AL
$22K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
49%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $9K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Oakwood 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
- $31,222Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 64%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,319
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HBCUAC
- Location
- Huntsville, AL
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
What Oakwood Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for Oakwood. 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
Darrius Johnson
Head Coach
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Oakwood softball roster outlook
Oakwood carries 14 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 1 |
| Catchers | 1 | 1 |
| Infielders | 1 | 3 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 6 |
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 Oakwood.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Oakwood University softball?
Start by filling out the Oakwood University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Oakwood University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Oakwood University offer softball scholarships?
Oakwood University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Oakwood University?
The current head coach is Darrius Johnson. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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)
- $42,488/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $30,969/yr
- Median student debt
- $27,000
- Admission rate
- 45%
Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.
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