Northwestern Oklahoma State Softball
Northwestern Oklahoma State University · Rangers
GAC · Alva, OK
$6K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $12K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
35%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $6K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Northwestern Oklahoma State 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
- $11,490
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $17,184Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 39%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,929
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- GAC
- Location
- Alva, OK
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Efrain Barraza
Head Coach
e•••@nwosu.eduGabriel Chavez
Assistant Softball Coach
b•••@nwosu.eduAllyson Stolte
Graduate Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Northwestern Softball Prospect Camp | November 8th
- Date
- 11/08/2026
- Cost
- $100
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Alva, OK, Nov 8–Nov 9. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Kids Skills Camp | November 15th
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- $60
- Age Group
- Kindergarten - 8th Grade
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Alva, OK, Nov 15–Nov 16. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
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- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
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What Northwestern Oklahoma State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Northwestern Oklahoma State. 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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Northwestern Oklahoma State softball roster outlook
Northwestern Oklahoma State carries 25 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 5 |
| Catchers | 1 | 3 |
| Infielders | 2 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 5 |
| Utility | 1 | 0 |
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 Northwestern Oklahoma State University softball?
Start by filling out the Northwestern Oklahoma State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Northwestern Oklahoma State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Northwestern Oklahoma State University offer softball scholarships?
Northwestern Oklahoma State University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Northwestern Oklahoma State University softball camps?
Northwestern Oklahoma State University has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
The current head coach is Efrain Barraza. 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)
- $44,358/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $39,997/yr
- Median student debt
- $17,355
- Admission rate
- 65%
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
- $10,104/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 41%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 803–1036
- ACT range
- 16–21
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
- GAC
- State
- OK
- Camps Listed
- 2
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