Northern Iowa Softball
University of Northern Iowa · Panthers
Missouri Valley · Cedar Falls, IA
$10K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $21K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
69%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Northern Iowa softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- High Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $19,376
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $30,920Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 36%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 9,013
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Missouri Valley
- Location
- Cedar Falls, IA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Ryan Jacobs
Head Coach
r•••@uni.eduMonica Adams
Assistant Coach
Ozzie Adams
Assistant Coach
Kyle Alstott
Assistant Coach
a•••@uni.eduAddison McElrath
Graduate Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Futures Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fundamental Hitting & Softball Skills
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Futures Camp I
- Date
- December 13th, 2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Fundamental Camps | Hitting & Softball Skills
- Date
- January 3rd, 2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Catching Camp
- Date
- January 3rd, 2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Hitting Camp
- Date
- January 3rd, 2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Pitching Camp
- Date
- January 3rd, 2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Futures Camp II
- Date
- January 17th, 2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
What Northern Iowa Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Northern Iowa. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media
Campus Visits
Official and unofficial visits are allowed from 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year, but a dead period usually covers the first days of September (August 28–September 3 in 2026-27), so visits start once it ends. Walking a campus on your own is allowed anytime.
Offers & Commitments
No recruiting conversations, so no verbal offers, before 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year; verbal offers are not binding. A school can't put an aid offer in writing until August 1 of senior year. 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
- 1 p.m. Central, September 1 of junior year — calls, texts, emails and DMs open; visits follow after the early-September dead period
- August 1 of senior year — a school may put an aid offer in writing
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Northern Iowa 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 | 2 |
| Infielders | 2 | 6 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 5 |
| Utility | 0 | 2 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Northern Iowa softball?
Start by filling out the University of Northern Iowa recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Northern Iowa coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Northern Iowa offer softball scholarships?
University of Northern Iowa is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are University of Northern Iowa softball camps?
University of Northern Iowa has 9 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of Northern Iowa?
The current head coach is Ryan Jacobs. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Follow Northern Iowa Softball
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $55,177/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $47,222/yr
- Median student debt
- $19,691
- Admission rate
- 93%
Good 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
- $15,901/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 27%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1020–1280
- ACT range
- 19–26
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
- D1
- Conference
- Missouri Valley
- State
- IA
- Camps Listed
- 9
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