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Shaw University Softball

Shaw University (Shaw U) · Raleigh, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate80%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate22%finish within six years
Undergraduates964Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Shaw University Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Shaw University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
shawbears.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

Biology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, GeneralComputer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information AssuranceComputer ScienceCriminal Justice/Safety StudiesElementary Education and Teaching
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
22% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$12,792
Campus

Where it is

Shaw University in Raleigh.

Location
Raleigh, North Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Baptist
Time zone
Eastern
Website
shawu.edu
Overview

About Shaw University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Theresa Stephens is the Head Softball Coach for Shaw University Softball, verified September 2026. Shaw University (Shaw U) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Shaw University is a small private school in Raleigh, North Carolina with 964 undergraduates, a 80% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Shaw University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Theresa Stephens, the Head Softball Coach. Shaw University 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 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 Theresa 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 Shaw University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email the Shaw University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Shaw University Softball FAQ

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

Is Shaw University D2?

Yes. Shaw University competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Is Shaw University public or private?

Shaw University is a private nonprofit school in Raleigh, North Carolina.

What conference is Shaw University Softball in?

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Does Shaw University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Shaw 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 Shaw University Softball have?

1 coach, led by Theresa Stephens, the Head Softball Coach.

How much does Shaw University cost?

In-state tuition is $12,792 and out-of-state tuition is $12,792 a year.

What is the Shaw University acceptance rate?

80% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Shaw 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 September 2026