Valparaiso University Softball
Valparaiso University (Valpo) · Valparaiso, Indiana · Private nonprofit university
Valparaiso University Softball coaches
Coaches at Valparaiso University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Valparaiso University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Pioneer Football League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- valpoathletics.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 70% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Valparaiso University in Valparaiso.
- Location
- Valparaiso, Indiana
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Lutheran Church in America
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- valpo.edu
About Valparaiso University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mike Armitage, the Head Coach, leads the Valparaiso University Softball staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Valparaiso University (Valpo) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Pioneer Football League. Valparaiso University is a small private school in Valparaiso, Indiana with 2,579 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,168 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Valparaiso University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Mike Armitage, the Head Coach and Addy Jarvis, the Assistant Coach. Valparaiso University has 2 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- 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.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Mike can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Valparaiso University typically score 1060–1280 on the SAT and 23–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Valparaiso University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Valparaiso University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Valparaiso University D1?
Yes. Valparaiso University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Pioneer Football League.
Is Valparaiso University public or private?
Valparaiso University is a private nonprofit school in Valparaiso, Indiana.
What conference is Valparaiso University Softball in?
The Pioneer Football League.
Does Valparaiso University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso University Softball have?
2 coaches, led by Mike Armitage, the Head Coach.
How much does Valparaiso University cost?
In-state tuition is $46,940 and out-of-state tuition is $46,940 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,168.
What is the Valparaiso University acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Valparaiso University?
Admitted students typically score 1060–1280 on the SAT and 23–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Valparaiso University Softball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.