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Jacksonville University Softball

Jacksonville University (JU) · Jacksonville, Florida · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate57%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate51%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,247Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Jacksonville University Softball coaches

Coaches at Jacksonville University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Jacksonville University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic Sun Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
judolphins.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1100–1280
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–27

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Popular majors

AccountingAirline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight CrewArt/Art Studies, GeneralAviation/Airway Management and OperationsBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness Analytics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
51% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$46,963
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$25,745
Campus

Where it is

Jacksonville University in Jacksonville.

Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
ju.edu
Overview

About Jacksonville University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Erica Ayers, the Head Coach, leads the Jacksonville University Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Jacksonville University (JU) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Atlantic Sun Conference. Jacksonville University is a private school in Jacksonville, Florida with 4,247 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,745 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Jacksonville University Softball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Erica Ayers, the Head Coach and Jake Sidwell, the Associate Head Coach. Jacksonville University has 4 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Erica can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Jacksonville University typically score 1100–1280 on the SAT and 22–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Jacksonville University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Jacksonville University Softball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Jacksonville University D1?

Yes. Jacksonville University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Atlantic Sun Conference.

Is Jacksonville University public or private?

Jacksonville University is a private nonprofit school in Jacksonville, Florida.

What conference is Jacksonville University Softball in?

The Atlantic Sun Conference.

Does Jacksonville University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Jacksonville University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Jacksonville University Softball have?

4 coaches, led by Erica Ayers, the Head Coach.

How much does Jacksonville University cost?

In-state tuition is $46,963 and out-of-state tuition is $46,963 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,745.

What is the Jacksonville University acceptance rate?

57% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Jacksonville University?

Admitted students typically score 1100–1280 on the SAT and 22–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Jacksonville University Softball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026