Northern State University Softball
Northern State University (NSU) · Aberdeen, South Dakota · Public university
Northern State University Softball coaches
Coaches at Northern State University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Northern State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- nsuwolves.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
- 19 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 49% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Northern State University in Aberdeen.
- Location
- Aberdeen, South Dakota
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- northern.edu
About Northern State University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kaley Ness, the Head Coach, leads the Northern State University Softball staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Northern State University (NSU) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Northern State University is a public school in Aberdeen, South Dakota with 3,708 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,990 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Northern State University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kaley Ness, the Head Coach and Keimon Winston, the Graduate Assistant Coach. Northern State 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Kaley can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Northern State University typically score 980–1160 on the SAT and 18–24 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 Northern State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Northern State University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Northern State University D2?
Yes. Northern State University competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
Is Northern State University public or private?
Northern State University is a public school in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
What conference is Northern State University Softball in?
The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.
Does Northern State University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Northern 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 Northern State University Softball have?
2 coaches, led by Kaley Ness, the Head Coach.
How much does Northern State University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,616 and out-of-state tuition is $10,718 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,990.
What is the Northern State University acceptance rate?
93% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Northern State University?
Admitted students typically score 980–1160 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Northern State University Softball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.