NAIA Resources
NAIA Softball Recruiting Basics
Independent education on how NAIA softball recruiting works and how it differs from the NCAA process.
Governing Body
NAIA
Scholarships
Allowed
Eligibility Center
NAIA Eligibility Center
Roster Sizes
Often smaller than D-I
How NAIA Differs From NCAA
NAIA schools set their own recruiting contact rules rather than following the NCAA calendar, which often allows more direct and earlier contact between coaches and recruits.
Scholarships
Athletic scholarships are permitted and often combined with academic and need-based aid, similar to Division II.
Who NAIA Fits
NAIA programs range widely in competitive level. Some NAIA programs are highly competitive with strong regional reputations, making an honest evaluation of fit especially important.
Our Recruiting Assessment looks at athletic level, academics, and goals to suggest a realistic division range.
Take the Recruiting Assessment