Manchester Softball
Manchester University · Spartans
HCAC · North Manchester, IN
$37K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
45%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Manchester 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
- $48,244Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 52%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,175
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- HCAC
- Location
- North Manchester, IN
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
What Manchester Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Manchester. 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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Sara Emerich
Head Coach
s•••@manchester.eduRachel Oberholtzer
Assistant Softball Coach
r•••@manchester.eduJosh Dzurick
Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance & Head Women's Basketball Coach & Asst. Softball Coach
j•••@manchester.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Manchester softball roster outlook
Manchester carries 25 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 5 |
| Catchers | 0 | 4 |
| Infielders | 2 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 4 |
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 Manchester.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Manchester University softball?
Start by filling out the Manchester University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Manchester University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Manchester University offer softball scholarships?
Manchester University is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Manchester University?
The current head coach is Sara Emerich. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
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)
- $51,504/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $43,024/yr
- Median student debt
- $26,854
- Admission rate
- 71%
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
- $18,805/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 45%
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
- D3
- Conference
- HCAC
- State
- IN
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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