Nelson Softball
Nelson University
SAC · Waxahachie, TX
$19K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
36%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $9K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Nelson softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in NAIA.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Est. year, all in
- $27,660Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 53%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,725
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- SAC
- Location
- Waxahachie, TX
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
What Nelson Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for Nelson. 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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Watty Watson
Head Coach
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Nelson softball roster outlook
Nelson carries 28 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 3 | 5 |
| Catchers | 1 | 6 |
| Infielders | 1 | 6 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 6 |
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 Nelson.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Nelson University softball?
Start by filling out the Nelson University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Nelson University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Nelson University offer softball scholarships?
Nelson University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Nelson University?
The current head coach is Watty Watson. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $46,238/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $37,425/yr
- Median student debt
- $24,725
- Admission rate
- 89%
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
- $21,662/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 48%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 890–1090
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
- SAC
- State
- TX
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