IUP Softball
Indiana University of Pennsylvania · Crimson Hawks
PSAC · Indiana, PA
$11K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $16K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
52%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
IUP softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.
- Conference level
- Division II
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $24,182
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $29,099Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Total enrollment
- 9,246
Cost and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- PSAC
- Location
- Indiana, PA
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
What IUP Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for IUP. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. 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
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Shawna Bellaud
Head Coach
s•••@iup.eduJordan Sylvia
Assistant Coach
Tess Smiley
Volunteer Assistant Coach
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IUP softball roster outlook
IUP carries 23 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at outfielders (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 6 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 0 | 8 |
| Outfielders | 3 | 1 |
| Utility | 0 | 1 |
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 IUP.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Indiana University of Pennsylvania softball?
Start by filling out the Indiana University of Pennsylvania recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Indiana University of Pennsylvania coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Indiana University of Pennsylvania offer softball scholarships?
Indiana University of Pennsylvania is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Indiana University of Pennsylvania?
The current head coach is Shawna Bellaud. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $16,804/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 37%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 970–1180
- ACT range
- 20–27
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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Quick Facts
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- PSAC
- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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