William Woods Softball
William Woods University · Owls
HAAC · Fulton, MO
$29K
In-state tuition
Up to 10
Scholarships
equivalencies
57%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
William Woods 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
- $41,262Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 52%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,729
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HAAC
- Location
- Fulton, MO
- Scholarships
- Up to 10 equivalencies
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Recruiting Timeline
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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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Tracy Gastineau
Head Coach
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William Woods softball roster outlook
William Woods carries 30 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 7 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (4).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 5 |
| Catchers | 1 | 7 |
| Infielders | 4 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 1 |
| 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by William Woods University softball?
Start by filling out the William Woods University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where William Woods University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does William Woods University offer softball scholarships?
William Woods University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at William Woods University?
The current head coach is Tracy Gastineau. 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)
- $42,401/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $39,265/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,983
- Admission rate
- 71%
Consider ROI — 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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Quick Facts
- Division
- NAIA
- Conference
- HAAC
- State
- MO
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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