Arizona Softball
University of Arizona · Wildcats
Big 12 · Tucson, AZ
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$14K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $41K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
66%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
WCWS 2 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Arizona softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Power Conference
- In the job since
- 2018
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $28,026
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $55,495Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 33%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 53,001
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level and coaching data: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big 12
- Location
- Tucson, AZ
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Caitlin Lowe
Head Coach
Lauren Lappin
Associate Head Coach
l•••@arizona.eduChristian Conrad
Assistant Coach
c•••@arizona.eduDanielle Gibson Whorton
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Elite Prospect Camp
- Date
- 10/09/2026 - 10/10/2026
- Cost
- $296.00
- Age Group
- 8th - 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.
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All Skills Clinic | October 1st
- Date
- 10/01/2026
- Cost
- $49.00
- Age Group
- K - 7th Grade as of Fall 2026
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
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Tuesday Night Hitting Clinics | October 6th
- Date
- 10/06/2026
- Cost
- $64.00
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
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Wednesday Night Pitching Clinics | September 30th
- Date
- 09/30/2026
- Cost
- $64.00
- Age Group
- K - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
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Wednesday Night Pitching Clinics | October 7th
- Date
- 10/07/2026
- Cost
- $64.00
- Age Group
- K - 12th 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.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
What Arizona Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Arizona. 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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Arizona softball roster outlook
Arizona carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 7 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 2 | 4 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 1 | 4 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 4 |
| Utility | 2 | 0 |
From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Arizona softball?
Start by filling out the University of Arizona recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Arizona coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Arizona offer softball scholarships?
University of Arizona is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are University of Arizona softball camps?
University of Arizona has 5 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of Arizona?
The current head coach is Caitlin Lowe. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $59,979/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $47,665/yr
- Median student debt
- $19,620
- Admission rate
- 86%
Good 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
- $16,674/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 26%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1150–1420
- ACT range
- 21–29
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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- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big 12
- State
- AZ
- Camps Listed
- 5
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