Stephens Softball
Stephens College · Stars
AMC · Columbia, MO
$28K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
47%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Stephens 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
- $41,298Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 63%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 532
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- AMC
- Location
- Columbia, MO
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
What Stephens Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for Stephens. 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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Coaching Staff
Clint Poulsen
Head Coach
c•••@stephens.eduEmily King
Volunteer Assistant Coach
e•••@stephens.eduLindsay Picha
Volunteer Assistant Coach
Mariah Thibodeaux
Volunteer Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Attended in past seasons
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Stephens softball roster outlook
Stephens carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 2 | 4 |
| Catchers | 0 | 4 |
| Infielders | 0 | 2 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 3 |
| Utility | 1 | 4 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Stephens College softball?
Start by filling out the Stephens College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Stephens College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Stephens College offer softball scholarships?
Stephens College is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Stephens College?
The current head coach is Clint Poulsen. 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)
- $43,071/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $36,778/yr
- Median student debt
- $27,000
- Admission rate
- 77%
Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.
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- Division
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- Conference
- AMC
- State
- MO
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