Valley City State Softball
Valley City State University · Vikings
FRON · Valley City, ND
$9K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $13K
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
48%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $7K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Valley City State 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. in-state year, all in
- $15,794
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $20,758Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 39%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,754
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- FRON
- Location
- Valley City, ND
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
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Recruiting Timeline
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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
Matt Gable
Head Coach
m•••@vcsu.eduVance Christianson
Assistant Coach
v•••@ndus.eduRiley Olstad
Assistant Coach
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Valley City State softball roster outlook
Valley City State carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 3 |
| Catchers | 0 | 3 |
| Infielders | 2 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 5 |
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 Valley City State University softball?
Start by filling out the Valley City State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Valley City State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Valley City State University offer softball scholarships?
Valley City State University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Valley City State University?
The current head coach is Matt Gable. 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)
- $52,725/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $45,820/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,369
- Admission rate
- 99%
Strong 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
- $11,890/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 17%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 830–1070
- 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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