Shaw Softball
Shaw University · Bears
CIAA · Raleigh, NC
$17K
In-state tuition
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
20%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $9K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Shaw 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
- $26,116Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 94%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 962
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- CIAA
- Location
- Raleigh, NC
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
What Shaw Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Shaw. 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; coaches can arrange visits and off-campus meetings starting June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime. Written aid offers are signed during the signing periods (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — coaches can arrange visits and meet off campus
- 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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Coaching Staff
Theresa Stephens
Head Coach
t•••@shawu.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Shaw on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
Attended in past seasons
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Shaw softball roster outlook
Shaw carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 2 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 4 |
| Catchers | 0 | 2 |
| Infielders | 1 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 5 |
| Utility | 0 | 1 |
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 Shaw.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Shaw University softball?
Start by filling out the Shaw University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Shaw University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Shaw University offer softball scholarships?
Shaw University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Shaw University?
The current head coach is Theresa Stephens. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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)
- $34,409/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $26,148/yr
- Median student debt
- $32,500
- Admission rate
- 80%
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
- $16,512/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 66%
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
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- Conference
- CIAA
- State
- NC
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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