New Mexico Highlands Softball
New Mexico Highlands University · Cowboys
RMAC · Las Vegas, NM
$7K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $12K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
26%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
New Mexico Highlands 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
- $16,934
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $21,854Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 25%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 2,814
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- RMAC
- Location
- Las Vegas, NM
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
What New Mexico Highlands Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for New Mexico Highlands. 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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Kali Pugh
Head Coach
k•••@nmhu.eduAlexis Fleischer
Assistant Softball Coach
a•••@nmhu.eduJessi Breitenstein
Assistant Softball Coach
Brian Todd
Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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New Mexico Highlands softball roster outlook
New Mexico Highlands carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 2 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 6 |
| Catchers | 0 | 5 |
| Infielders | 2 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 3 |
| Utility | 0 | 3 |
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 New Mexico Highlands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by New Mexico Highlands University softball?
Start by filling out the New Mexico Highlands University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where New Mexico Highlands University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does New Mexico Highlands University offer softball scholarships?
New Mexico Highlands University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at New Mexico Highlands University?
The current head coach is Kali Pugh. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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)
- $45,937/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $38,952/yr
- Median student debt
- $11,399
Strong Value — 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
- $14,838/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
- D2
- Conference
- RMAC
- State
- NM
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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