St. Thomas University Softball
Bobcats
SUN · Miami Gardens, FL
$35K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
43%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
St. Thomas University softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in NAIA.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Est. year, all in
- $47,248Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 35%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 6,455
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- SUN
- Location
- Miami Gardens, FL
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
JC Gutierrez
Head Coach
j•••@stu.eduErica Winter
Assistant Coach
e•••@stu.eduZack Braveheart
Volunteer Coach
Rony Godinez
Volunteer Coach
Chad Martin
Volunteer Coach
Kylie Casanova
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
STU Winter Prospect Camp
- Date
- 12/20/2026
- Cost
- $150
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Miami Gardens, FL, Dec 20–Dec 21. 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.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for St. Thomas University. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No contact restrictions — coaches can reach out at any time
Campus Visits
Campus visits available year-round
Offers & Commitments
NAIA schools can offer up to 10 scholarship equivalencies. Letters of intent are NAIA-specific (separate from the NCAA process).
Key Dates
- No contact restrictions apply
- NAIA Letter of Intent — can sign anytime
- Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
- Players are immediately eligible to compete (no redshirt rules like NCAA)
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by St. Thomas University softball?
Start by filling out the St. Thomas University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where St. Thomas University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does St. Thomas University offer softball scholarships?
St. Thomas University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
When are St. Thomas University softball camps?
St. Thomas University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at St. Thomas University?
The current head coach is JC Gutierrez. 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)
- $54,272/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $44,435/yr
- Median student debt
- $19,125
- Admission rate
- 98%
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
- $26,312/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 27%
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
- NAIA
- Conference
- SUN
- State
- FL
- Camps Listed
- 1
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