Appalachian State Softball
Appalachian State University · Mountaineers
Sun Belt · Boone, NC
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$8K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $25K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
73%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Appalachian State softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- High Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $19,799
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $36,795Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 39%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 21,253
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Sun Belt
- Location
- Boone, NC
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Whitney Jones
Head Coach
j•••@appstate.eduMatt Alberghini
Assistant Coach
a•••@appstate.eduCourtney Ogle
Assistant Coach
o•••@appstate.eduJessica Dreswick
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
October Prospect Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- $322.00
- Age Group
- 9th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
December Elite Prospect Camp
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- $322.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
January Prospect Camp
- Date
- 01/16/2027
- Cost
- $322.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Mountaineer Catching Clinic
- Date
- 01/16/2027
- Cost
- $216.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Mountaineer Pitching Clinic
- Date
- 01/16/2027
- Cost
- $216.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
What Appalachian State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Appalachian State. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media
Campus Visits
Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- September 1, junior year — official contact begins
- September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
- Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
- Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Appalachian State University softball?
Start by filling out the Appalachian State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Appalachian State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Appalachian State University offer softball scholarships?
Appalachian State University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Appalachian State University softball camps?
Appalachian State University has 5 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Appalachian State University?
The current head coach is Whitney Jones. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $51,836/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $43,663/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,231
- Admission rate
- 90%
Strong Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $16,836/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 26%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1120–1280
- ACT range
- 21–27
Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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