Southern Arkansas Softball
Southern Arkansas University · Muleriders
GAC · Magnolia, AR
$10K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $15K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
46%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $8K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Southern Arkansas 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. in-state year, all in
- $17,421
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $23,001Tuition & 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
- 5,127
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- GAC
- Location
- Magnolia, AR
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Southern Arkansas. 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
Shelby Shelton
Head Coach
S•••@saumag.eduTaylor Swisher
Assistant Softball Coach
T•••@saumag.eduGracee Hess
Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Southern Arkansas University softball?
Start by filling out the Southern Arkansas University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Southern Arkansas University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Southern Arkansas University offer softball scholarships?
Southern Arkansas University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Southern Arkansas University?
The current head coach is Shelby Shelton. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $42,386/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $37,008/yr
- Median student debt
- $18,750
- Admission rate
- 75%
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
- $14,027/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 48%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 875–1105
- 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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Quick Facts
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- GAC
- State
- AR
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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