D1SWAC
Competitive

Arkansas at Pine Bluff Softball

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff · Golden Lions

SWAC · Pine Bluff, AR

Solid ProgramGrads earn $36K/yr

$9K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $17K

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

40%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $9K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.

Conference level
Low Major
Est. in-state year, all in
$18,141
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$26,151Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
68%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,100

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
SWAC
Location
Pine Bluff, AR
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

What Arkansas at Pine Bluff Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D1 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
60 mphMin
63 mphCompetitive
67 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
67 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.1 secMin
2.9 secCompetitive
2.8 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
61 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
68 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2 secMin
1.9 secCompetitive
1.8 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

See how your metrics compare to Arkansas at Pine Bluff's standards.

Try Calculator

Benchmarks compiled from recruiting services. Individual programs may have different expectations based on roster needs.

Quick Fit Check

Enter your top metrics to see how you compare to Arkansas at Pine Bluff's D1 standards.

Grade:

Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media

Campus Visits

Official and unofficial visits are allowed from 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year, but a dead period usually covers the first days of September (August 28–September 3 in 2026-27), so visits start once it ends. Walking a campus on your own is allowed anytime.

Offers & Commitments

No recruiting conversations, so no verbal offers, before 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year; verbal offers are not binding. A school can't put an aid offer in writing until August 1 of senior year. 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

  • 1 p.m. Central, September 1 of junior year — calls, texts, emails and DMs open; visits follow after the early-September dead period
  • August 1 of senior year — a school may put an aid offer in writing
  • Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

Ready to start your recruiting journey?

Create your account

Coaching Staff

Michael Bumpers

Head Coach

b•••@uapb.edu

Kristy Woods

Assistant Coach

w•••@uapb.edu
Create a free account to unlock coach emails →

Something wrong? Report a coaching change

Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball roster outlook

Arkansas at Pine Bluff carries 26 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (2).

Arkansas at Pine Bluff 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers24
Catchers14
Infielders17
Outfielders06
Utility10

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

Camp dates not yet available for Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

Search for "Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball camp" for the latest information.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff softball?

Start by filling out the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offer softball scholarships?

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.

Who is the head coach at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

The current head coach is Michael Bumpers. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$35,550/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$31,161/yr
Median student debt
$24,202
Admission rate
41%

Average 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
$12,653/yr
Students on Pell Grant
70%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
845–1108
ACT range
14–18

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Interested in Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

No card and no time limit — the free plan is yours to keep. When you want more, Pro unlocks unlimited schools and coach emails for $10/month. It launches November 1.

Create your account

More D1 Programs in AR

Quick Facts

Division
D1
Conference
SWAC
State
AR
Camps Listed
Coming soon

Similar Programs

View all SWAC softball programs →

Programs with similar academics, cost, and competitiveness to Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Explore Softball in Arkansas

We work hard to keep all data for Arkansas at Pine Bluff accurate and up-to-date, but we sometimes miss changes or get something wrong.

Recruiting at Arkansas at Pine Bluff?

No card and no time limit — the free plan is yours to keep. When you want more, Pro unlocks unlimited schools and coach emails for $10/month. It launches November 1.

See how CommitBound compares to other recruiting platforms