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Gwynedd Mercy Softball

Gwynedd Mercy University · Griffins

AEC · Gwynedd Valley, PA

Developing ProgramGrads earn $67K/yr

$38K

In-state tuition

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

58%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $14K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Gwynedd Mercy softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. year, all in
$52,452Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
37%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,165

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

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
AEC
Location
Gwynedd Valley, PA
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

What Gwynedd Mercy Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D3 contact rules for Gwynedd Mercy. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year

Offers & Commitments

D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.

Key Dates

  • Calls, texts and email: any time
  • January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
  • Recruiting often extends through senior year
  • Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
  • Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

David Hoch

Head Coach

h•••@gmercyu.edu

Preston Smith

Assistant Softball Coach

Barbara Smith

Assistant Softball Coach

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Camps & Clinics

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Gwynedd Mercy University softball?

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Does Gwynedd Mercy University offer softball scholarships?

Gwynedd Mercy University is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

Who is the head coach at Gwynedd Mercy University?

The current head coach is David Hoch. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Accessible

This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$67,145/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$65,976/yr
Median student debt
$25,000
Admission rate
90%

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
$27,483/yr
Students on Pell Grant
25%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1023–1186

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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Division
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Conference
AEC
State
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