Sam Houston State Softball
Sam Houston State University · Bearkats
CUSA · Huntsville, TX
$9K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $19K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
55%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Sam Houston State softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- High Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $20,948
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $30,740Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 41%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 21,403
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- CUSA
- Location
- Huntsville, TX
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Garrett Valis
Head Coach
s•••@shsu.eduTess Soefje
Assistant Coach
s•••@shsu.eduDariana Orme
Assistant Coach
s•••@shsu.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Camps & Clinics
Hitting Clinic | October 5th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- 10/05/2026
- Cost
- $65.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
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.
Pitching Clinic | October 19th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- 10/19/2026
- Cost
- $65.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
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.
Hitting Clinic | November 16th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- 11/16/2026
- Cost
- $65.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
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.
Pitching Clinic | November 23rd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Date
- 11/23/2026
- Cost
- $65.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
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.
December Elite Camp
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 8th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter All-Skills Camp
- Date
- 01/09/2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 7th - College Sophomore Grade as of Fall
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.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Sam Houston 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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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Sam Houston State University softball?
Start by filling out the Sam Houston State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Sam Houston State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Sam Houston State University offer softball scholarships?
Sam Houston 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 Sam Houston State University softball camps?
Sam Houston State University has 6 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Sam Houston State University?
The current head coach is Garrett Valis. 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)
- $54,211/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $45,337/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,983
- Admission rate
- 90%
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
- $16,404/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 41%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 930–1120
- ACT range
- 17–24
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
- CUSA
- State
- TX
- Camps Listed
- 6
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