Shawnee State Softball
Shawnee State University · Bears
RSC · Portsmouth, OH
$10K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $16K
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
43%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Shawnee State 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. in-state year, all in
- $22,192
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $28,727Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 58%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 3,206
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- RSC
- Location
- Portsmouth, OH
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Kristen Bradshaw
Head Coach
k•••@shawnee.eduCarrie Kyne
Assistant Coach
c•••@shawnee.eduCassie Berry
Assistant Coach
Brittani Wolfenbarker
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Shawnee State University Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
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Camp Tips for Recruits
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for Shawnee State. 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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How do I get recruited by Shawnee State University softball?
Start by filling out the Shawnee State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Shawnee State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Shawnee State University offer softball scholarships?
Shawnee State University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
When are Shawnee State University softball camps?
Shawnee State University has 1 camp listed, but none with a confirmed date yet. Check the camps section above for costs and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Shawnee State University?
The current head coach is Kristen Bradshaw. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $39,596/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $35,080/yr
- Median student debt
- $23,000
Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.
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- Division
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- Conference
- RSC
- State
- OH
- Camps Listed
- 1
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