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Concordia University, Chicago Softball

Concordia University, Chicago (CUC) · River Forest, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate36%finish within six years
Undergraduates4,770Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Concordia University, Chicago Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Concordia University, Chicago competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
cucougars.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAthletic Training/TrainerBiological and Physical SciencesBiology Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
36% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,430
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,767
Campus

Where it is

Concordia University, Chicago in River Forest.

Location
River Forest, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
Time zone
Central
Website
cuchicago.edu
Overview

About Concordia University, Chicago Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Sarah O'Malley-Fisher, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Concordia University, Chicago Softball staff of 6 coaches, verified June 2026. Concordia University, Chicago (CUC) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. Concordia University, Chicago is a private school in River Forest, Illinois with 4,770 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,767 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Concordia University, Chicago Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Sarah O'Malley-Fisher, the Head Softball Coach and Beth Wallace, the Assistant Softball Coach. Concordia University, Chicago has 6 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Sarah can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Concordia University, Chicago staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Concordia University, Chicago Softball FAQ

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

Is Concordia University, Chicago D3?

Yes. Concordia University, Chicago competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Is Concordia University, Chicago public or private?

Concordia University, Chicago is a private nonprofit school in River Forest, Illinois.

What conference is Concordia University, Chicago Softball in?

The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference.

Does Concordia University, Chicago offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Concordia University, Chicago Softball have?

6 coaches, led by Sarah O'Malley-Fisher, the Head Softball Coach.

How much does Concordia University, Chicago cost?

In-state tuition is $36,430 and out-of-state tuition is $36,430 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,767.

What is the Concordia University, Chicago acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Concordia University, Chicago 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