Iona University Softball
Iona University (Iona) · New Rochelle, New York · Private nonprofit university
Iona University Softball coaches
Coaches at Iona University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Iona University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- ionagaels.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 56% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Iona University in New Rochelle.
- Location
- New Rochelle, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- iona.edu
About Iona University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Andy Russo, the Head Coach, leads the Iona University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Iona University (Iona) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Iona University is a private school in New Rochelle, New York with 3,958 undergraduates, a 87% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,557 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Iona University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Andy Russo, the Head Coach and Christine Wonica, the Assistant Coach. Iona University has 3 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Andy can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Iona University typically score 1110–1300 on the SAT and 24–29 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 Iona University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Andy Russo at Iona University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach AndyHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Iona University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Iona University D1?
Yes. Iona University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Is Iona University public or private?
Iona University is a private nonprofit school in New Rochelle, New York.
What conference is Iona University Softball in?
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Does Iona University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Iona 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 Iona University Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Andy Russo, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Iona University Softball?
Andy Russo is the Head Coach.
When can Iona University Softball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. 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 Iona 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 Iona University cost?
In-state tuition is $45,060 and out-of-state tuition is $45,060 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,557.
What is the Iona University acceptance rate?
87% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Iona University?
Admitted students typically score 1110–1300 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Iona 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.
