Taylor Softball
Taylor University · Trojans
CROSS · Upland, IN
$39K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
77%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Taylor 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
- $49,992Tuition & 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
- 2,398
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- CROSS
- Location
- Upland, IN
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Doug Gower
Head Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Taylor Softball Hitting Clinic | November 14th
- Date
- 11/14/2026
- Cost
- $50
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Upland, IN, Nov 14–Nov 15. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Taylor Softball Hitting Clinic | December 5th
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- $50
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Upland, IN, Dec 5–Dec 6. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- College camps at your target schools offer the best return on investment — coaches see you on their campus.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
What Taylor Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
NAIA contact rules for Taylor. 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 Taylor University softball?
Start by filling out the Taylor University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Taylor University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Taylor University offer softball scholarships?
Taylor University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
When are Taylor University softball camps?
Taylor University has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Taylor University?
The current head coach is Doug Gower. 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)
- $52,198/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $45,142/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,500
- Admission rate
- 74%
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
- $24,865/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 14%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1070–1330
- ACT range
- 24–31
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
- NAIA
- Conference
- CROSS
- State
- IN
- Camps Listed
- 2
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