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Western Washington University Softball

Western Washington University (WWU) · Bellingham, Washington · Public university

Acceptance rate93%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate65%finish within six years
Undergraduates14,710Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty18 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Western Washington University Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Western Washington University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Great Northwest Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
wwuvikings.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1150–1390
ACTMiddle 50%: 24–31

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Popular majors

AccountingAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralAnthropology, OtherApplied Mathematics, GeneralArcheologyArt History, Criticism and Conservation
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
18 : 1
Graduation rate
65% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Washington residents$8,240
Out-of-state tuition$27,365
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,338
Campus

Where it is

Western Washington University in Bellingham.

Location
Bellingham, Washington
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
wwu.edu
Overview

About Western Washington University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Sheryl Gilmore, the Head Coach, leads the Western Washington University Softball staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Western Washington University (WWU) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference. Western Washington University is a large public school in Bellingham, Washington with 14,710 undergraduates, a 93% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,338 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Western Washington University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Sheryl Gilmore, the Head Coach and Shearyna Labasan, the Assistant Coach. Western Washington University has 2 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 Sheryl can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Western Washington University typically score 1150–1390 on the SAT and 24–31 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 Western Washington University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Western Washington University Softball FAQ

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

Is Western Washington University D2?

Yes. Western Washington University competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.

Is Western Washington University public or private?

Western Washington University is a public school in Bellingham, Washington.

What conference is Western Washington University Softball in?

The Great Northwest Athletic Conference.

Does Western Washington University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Western Washington 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 Western Washington University Softball have?

2 coaches, led by Sheryl Gilmore, the Head Coach.

How much does Western Washington University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,240 and out-of-state tuition is $27,365 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,338.

What is the Western Washington University acceptance rate?

93% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Western Washington University?

Admitted students typically score 1150–1390 on the SAT and 24–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Western Washington 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