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Russell Sage College Softball

Russell Sage College (RSC) · Troy, New York · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate53%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate56%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,790Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Russell Sage College Softball coaches

Coaches at Russell Sage College who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Russell Sage College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Empire Eight
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
sagegators.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralCommercial and Advertising ArtCriminal Justice/Law Enforcement AdministrationElementary Education and TeachingEnglish Language and Literature, GeneralFine/Studio Arts, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
56% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,614
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$23,588
Campus

Where it is

Russell Sage College in Troy.

Location
Troy, New York
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
sage.edu
Overview

About Russell Sage College Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Stephanie McKay is the Head Softball Coach for Russell Sage College Softball, verified September 2026. Russell Sage College (RSC) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the Empire Eight. Russell Sage College is a small private school in Troy, New York with 2,790 undergraduates, a 53% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,588 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Russell Sage College Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Stephanie McKay, the Head Softball Coach. Russell Sage College has 1 coach 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 Stephanie 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 Russell Sage College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Russell Sage College Softball FAQ

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

Is Russell Sage College D3?

Yes. Russell Sage College competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the Empire Eight.

Is Russell Sage College public or private?

Russell Sage College is a private nonprofit school in Troy, New York.

What conference is Russell Sage College Softball in?

The Empire Eight.

Does Russell Sage College 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 Russell Sage College Softball have?

1 coach, led by Stephanie McKay, the Head Softball Coach.

How much does Russell Sage College cost?

In-state tuition is $36,614 and out-of-state tuition is $36,614 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,588.

What is the Russell Sage College acceptance rate?

53% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Russell Sage College 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 September 2026