IU Columbus Softball
Crimson Pride
RSC · Columbus, IN
$22K
Typical NAIA cost
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
NAIA
Division
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- RSC
- Location
- Columbus, IN
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for IU Columbus. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No contact restrictions — coaches can reach out at any time
Campus Visits
Campus visits available year-round
Offers & Commitments
NAIA softball can award up to 10 scholarships' worth of aid, split among any number of players. The NAIA has no association-wide letter of intent: the school's financial-aid agreement is the real commitment, so ask what it covers.
Key Dates
- No contact restrictions apply
- No NAIA-wide letter of intent — the school's financial-aid agreement is the commitment
- Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
- Freshman eligibility: a 2.3+ GPA, or two of three — 18 ACT / 970 SAT, 2.0+ GPA, top half of class
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Tommi Meier
Head Coach
t•••@iu.eduErica Henry
Assistant Softball Coach
h•••@iu.eduKaylee Cole
Assistant Softball Coach
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IU Columbus softball roster outlook
IU Columbus carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 7 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 8 |
| Catchers | 1 | 3 |
| Infielders | 3 | 4 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 1 |
| Utility | 1 | 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by IU Columbus softball?
Start by filling out the IU Columbus recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where IU Columbus coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does IU Columbus offer softball scholarships?
IU Columbus is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at IU Columbus?
The current head coach is Tommi Meier. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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- State
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