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Truman State University Softball

Truman State University (TSU) · Kirksville, Missouri · Public university

Acceptance rate84%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate69%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,664Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Truman State University Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Truman State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Great Lakes Valley Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
trumanbulldogs.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1170–1370
ACTMiddle 50%: 25–31

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCommunication Sciences and Disorders, GeneralCommunity Organization and Advocacy
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
69% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Missouri residents$9,500
Out-of-state tuition$18,228
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$13,602
Campus

Where it is

Truman State University in Kirksville.

Location
Kirksville, Missouri
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
truman.edu
Overview

About Truman State University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Ron Ferrill, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Truman State University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Truman State University (TSU) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Truman State University is a public school in Kirksville, Missouri with 3,664 undergraduates, a 84% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,602 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Truman State University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Ron Ferrill, the Head Softball Coach and Josie Buhr, the Assistant Softball Coach. Truman State University has 3 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Ron can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Truman State University typically score 1170–1370 on the SAT and 25–31 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 Truman State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Truman State University Softball FAQ

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

Is Truman State University D2?

Yes. Truman State University competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Is Truman State University public or private?

Truman State University is a public school in Kirksville, Missouri.

What conference is Truman State University Softball in?

The Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Does Truman State University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

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

How many coaches does Truman State University Softball have?

3 coaches, led by Ron Ferrill, the Head Softball Coach.

How much does Truman State University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,500 and out-of-state tuition is $18,228 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,602.

What is the Truman State University acceptance rate?

84% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Truman State University?

Admitted students typically score 1170–1370 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Truman State 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