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Sam Houston State University Softball

Sam Houston State University (SHSU) · Huntsville, Texas · Public university

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Recognized
NCAA IConference USA
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Acceptance rate90%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate55%finish within six years
Undergraduates21,039Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Sam Houston State University Softball coaches

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

Garrett ValisHead Coach
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Tess SoefjeAssociate Head Coach
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Dariana OrmeAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Sam Houston State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Conference USA
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gobearkats.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 930–1120
ACTMiddle 50%: 17–24

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Popular majors

AccountingAgribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAgricultural Communication/JournalismAgricultural Mechanization, GeneralAgronomy and Crop ScienceAnimal Sciences, GeneralAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
19 : 1
Graduation rate
55% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Texas residents$5,856
Out-of-state tuition$15,696
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,737
Campus

Where it is

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville.

Location
Huntsville, Texas
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
shsu.edu
Overview

About Sam Houston State University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Garrett Valis, the Head Coach, leads the Sam Houston State University Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified September 2026. Sam Houston State University (SHSU) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Conference USA. Sam Houston State University is a large public school in Huntsville, Texas with 21,039 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,737 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Sam Houston State University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Garrett Valis, the Head Coach and Tess Soefje, the Associate Head Coach. Sam Houston State University has 4 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Garrett can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Sam Houston State University typically score 930–1120 on the SAT and 17–24 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 Sam Houston State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Sam Houston State University Softball FAQ

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

Is Sam Houston State University D1?

Yes. Sam Houston State University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Conference USA.

Is Sam Houston State University public or private?

Sam Houston State University is a public school in Huntsville, Texas.

What conference is Sam Houston State University Softball in?

The Conference USA.

Does Sam Houston State University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Sam Houston State 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 Sam Houston State University Softball have?

4 coaches, led by Garrett Valis, the Head Coach.

How much does Sam Houston State University cost?

In-state tuition is $5,856 and out-of-state tuition is $15,696 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,737.

What is the Sam Houston State University acceptance rate?

90% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 930–1120 on the SAT and 17–24 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Sam Houston 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.

Coaching staff verified September 2026