Tarleton State University Softball
Tarleton State University (TARLETON) · Stephenville, Texas · Public university
Tarleton State University Softball coaches
Coaches at Tarleton State University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Tarleton State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Atlantic Sun Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- tarletonsports.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
- 20 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 48% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Tarleton State University in Stephenville.
- Location
- Stephenville, Texas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- tarleton.edu
About Tarleton State University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mark Cumpian, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Tarleton State University Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Tarleton State University (TARLETON) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Atlantic Sun Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Tarleton State University is a large public school in Stephenville, Texas with 17,433 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,159 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Tarleton State University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Stefanie Phillips, the Associate Head Coach and Mark Cumpian, the Head Softball Coach. Tarleton State University has 5 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 Mark can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Tarleton State University typically score 980–1160 on the SAT and 19–24 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 Tarleton State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Mark Cumpian at Tarleton State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach MarkHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Tarleton State University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Tarleton State University D1?
Yes. Tarleton State University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Atlantic Sun Conference.
Is Tarleton State University public or private?
Tarleton State University is a public school in Stephenville, Texas.
What conference is Tarleton State University Softball in?
The Atlantic Sun Conference.
Does Tarleton State University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Tarleton 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 Tarleton State University Softball have?
5 coaches, led by Mark Cumpian, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Tarleton State University Softball?
Mark Cumpian is the Head Softball Coach.
When can Tarleton State 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 Tarleton State 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 Tarleton State University cost?
In-state tuition is $4,798 and out-of-state tuition is $14,638 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,159.
What is the Tarleton State University acceptance rate?
90% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Tarleton State University?
Admitted students typically score 980–1160 on the SAT and 19–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Tarleton State 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.
