Hoosiers Softball
Indiana University
Big Ten · Bloomington, IN
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$12K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $40K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
81%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
NCAA Tournament 4 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big Ten
- Location
- Bloomington, IN
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Shonda Stanton
Head Coach
Chanda Bell
Associate Head Coach
b•••@iu.eduKendra Kirkhoff
Assistant Coach
k•••@iu.eduCassie Hendrix
Assistant Coach/Director of Operations
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Camps & Clinics
February Prospect Camp
- Date
- February (date TBD)
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Train the Hoosier Way | September 5th
- Date
- 09/05/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Train the Hoosier Way | September 12th
- Date
- 09/12/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Train the Hoosier Way | September 19th
- Date
- 09/19/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Advanced Prospect Clinic | September 26th
- Date
- 09/26/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Academy | Monday Nights | Session 1
- Date
- 09/28/2026 - 10/19/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Train the Hoosier Way | October 17th
- Date
- 10/17/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Academy | Monday Nights | Session 2
- Date
- 10/26/2026 - 11/30/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Advanced Prospect Clinic | December 5th
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fall Academy | Monday Nights | Session 3
- Date
- 12/07/2026 - 01/11/2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
What Indiana Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Indiana. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media
Campus Visits
Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- September 1, junior year — official contact begins
- September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
- Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
- Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Indiana University softball?
Start by filling out the Indiana University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Indiana University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Indiana University offer softball scholarships?
Indiana University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Indiana University softball camps?
Indiana University has 10 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Indiana University?
The current head coach is Shonda Stanton. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $63,742/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $53,417/yr
- Median student debt
- $19,509
- Admission rate
- 78%
Good Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $16,264/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 17%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1170–1400
- ACT range
- 27–33
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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- Big Ten
- State
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- Camps Listed
- 10
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