Simpson College Softball
Storm
ARC · Indianola, IA
$48K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
63%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
Simpson softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Est. year, all in
- $57,744Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 44%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,163
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- ARC
- Location
- Indianola, IA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
Coaching Staff
Brent Matthias
Head Coach
Verified against the school's athletics site
Molly Jacobsen McCargar
Asst. Softball Coach
Kyle Owens
Asst. Softball Coach
Addy Pender
Asst. Softball Coach
Ron Reusche
Asst. Softball Coach
Carlye Satterwhite
Asst. Softball Coach
Ellee Mortensen
Student Assistant
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Camps & Clinics
Pitching Camps
- Date
- 12/06/2026
- Cost
- $65 - $75 + fees
- Age Group
- 3rd Grade - College Sophomore
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Indianola, IA, Dec 6–Dec 7. Check hotel prices →
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Camp Tips for Recruits
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
What Simpson Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Simpson. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year
Offers & Commitments
D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.
Key Dates
- Calls, texts and email: any time
- January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
- Recruiting often extends through senior year
- Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
- Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Create your accountFrequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Simpson College softball?
Start by filling out the Simpson College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Simpson College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Simpson College offer softball scholarships?
Simpson College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
When are Simpson College softball camps?
Simpson College has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Simpson College?
The current head coach is Brent Matthias. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $59,274/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $49,946/yr
- Median student debt
- $26,000
- Admission rate
- 86%
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
- $21,936/yr
- ACT range
- 31–33
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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Quick Facts
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- ARC
- State
- IA
- Camps Listed
- 1
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