Hope International University Softball
Hope International University (HIU) · Fullerton, California · Private nonprofit university
Hope International University Softball coaches
Coaches at Hope International University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Hope International University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Great Southwest Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- hiuroyals.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
- 13 : 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
Hope International University in Fullerton.
- Location
- Fullerton, California
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- hiu.edu
About Hope International University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Gabriela Sandoval, the Head Coach, leads the Hope International University Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Hope International University (HIU) competes in NAIA Softball as a member of the Great Southwest Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Hope International University is a small private school in Fullerton, California with 1,025 undergraduates, a 33% acceptance rate and an average net price of $30,514 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Hope International University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Gabriela Sandoval, the Head Coach and Ashley Klopfenstein, the Assistant Coach. Hope International University has 4 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Gabriela can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Hope International University typically score 840–1220 on the SAT, 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 Hope International University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Gabriela Sandoval at Hope International University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach GabrielaHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Hope International University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Hope International University NAIA?
Yes. Hope International University competes in NAIA Softball, in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference.
Is Hope International University public or private?
Hope International University is a private nonprofit school in Fullerton, California.
What conference is Hope International University Softball in?
The Great Southwest Athletic Conference.
Does Hope International University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Hope International University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Hope International University Softball have?
4 coaches, led by Gabriela Sandoval, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Hope International University Softball?
Gabriela Sandoval is the Head Coach.
When can Hope International University Softball coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Hope International University Softball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Hope International University cost?
In-state tuition is $36,750 and out-of-state tuition is $36,750 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $30,514.
What is the Hope International University acceptance rate?
33% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Hope International University?
Admitted students typically score 840–1220 on the SAT.
How do I contact the Hope International 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.
