Explore 20 Division III college softball programs in Ohio. Find coaching staff contact info, camp schedules, and recruiting details.
Ohio has 20 NCAA Division III softball programs, competing across 4 conferences, each profiled below with coaching contacts and program facts.
Per IPEDS 2023-2024 figures, in-state tuition across these programs runs from $26,265 at Hiram College to $69,330 at Kenyon College, with a median around $38,974. Campus size varies just as widely, from about 678 students to more than 12,266.
Of these 20 programs, 9 have camps listed, 19 publish a recruiting questionnaire and 13 have a head-coach email on file — use the filters below to narrow the list to programs you can act on today.
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Hiram, OH·NCAC
Coach Giselle Bahena
Tuition, enrolment and graduation rates: IPEDS 2023–24. Figures are annual federal reporting and may differ from current published rates.
Ohio has 20 NCAA Division III softball programs.
Ohio's NCAA Division III softball programs compete across 4 conferences, including the OAC, NCAC, HCAC, UAA.
Per IPEDS 2023-2024 figures, in-state tuition at Ohio NCAA Division III softball schools ranges from $26,265 (Hiram College) to $69,330 (Kenyon College).
9 of the 20 NCAA Division III softball programs in Ohio have camps listed — filter by "Has camps" above to see them, or open a school's page for dates and costs.
Of Ohio's 20 NCAA Division III softball programs, 19 publish a recruiting questionnaire and 13 have a head-coach email on file. Start with the questionnaire, then follow up with a short email that links your profile and schedule.
D3 programs cannot offer athletic scholarships, but Ohio D3 schools often provide generous academic merit aid and need-based financial aid that can make attendance very affordable.
D3 programs attract student-athletes who prioritize academics. If you want a strong academic experience with competitive softball, D3 offers excellent opportunities without the pressure of scholarship obligations.
D3 coaches have fewer recruiting restrictions. They can communicate with you at any time, which means you can build relationships earlier and more naturally than at D1 or D2 programs.
Smaller roster sizes at many Ohio D3 programs mean more playing time opportunities, especially for freshmen. This is a strong fit if you want to contribute immediately.
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