Southwest Minnesota State Softball
Southwest Minnesota State University · Mustangs
NSIC · Marshall, MN
$10K
In-state tuition
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
45%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
Southwest Minnesota State 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
- $21,027Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 40%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 7,324
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- NSIC
- Location
- Marshall, MN
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Bailey Bouman
Head Coach
B•••@smsu.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Emily Strasser
Assistant Softball Coach
Troy Bouman
Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Fall 2026 Camps | Catching Lessons | November 15th
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- $35 + fees
- Age Group
- 4th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Marshall, MN, Nov 15–Nov 16. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall 2026 Camps | Hitting & Throwing Lessons | November 15th
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- $35 + fees
- Age Group
- 4th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Marshall, MN, Nov 15–Nov 16. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall 2026 Camps | Pitching Lessons | November 15th
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- $35 + fees
- Age Group
- 4th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Marshall, MN, Nov 15–Nov 16. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall 2026 Camps | Catching Lessons | November 22nd
- Date
- 11/22/2026
- Cost
- $35 + fees
- Age Group
- 4th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Marshall, MN, Nov 22–Nov 23. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall 2026 Camps | Hitting & Throwing Lessons | November 22nd
- Date
- 11/22/2026
- Cost
- $35 + fees
- Age Group
- 4th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Marshall, MN, Nov 22–Nov 23. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall 2026 Camps | Pitching Lessons | November 22nd
- Date
- 11/22/2026
- Cost
- $35 + fees
- Age Group
- 4th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Marshall, MN, Nov 22–Nov 23. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Southwest Minnesota State. 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; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Create your accountSouthwest Minnesota State softball roster outlook
Southwest Minnesota State carries 15 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
- Pitchers: 1 leaving, 4 returning.1 leaving
- Catchers: 2 leaving, 2 returning.2 leaving
- Outfielders: 0 leaving, 2 returning.0 leaving
- Utility: 2 leaving, 2 returning.2 leaving
See as a table
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 4 |
| Catchers | 2 | 2 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 2 |
| Utility | 2 | 2 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Southwest Minnesota State University softball?
Start by filling out the Southwest Minnesota State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Southwest Minnesota State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Southwest Minnesota State University offer softball scholarships?
Southwest Minnesota State University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Southwest Minnesota State University softball camps?
Southwest Minnesota State University has 6 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Southwest Minnesota State University?
The current head coach is Bailey Bouman. 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)
- $51,342/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $43,282/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,500
- Admission rate
- 62%
Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $15,291/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 12%
- ACT range
- 16–23
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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- Division
- D2
- Conference
- NSIC
- State
- MN
- Camps Listed
- 6
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