D1Big 12
Very Competitive

Arizona Softball

University of Arizona · Wildcats

Big 12 · Tucson, AZ

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Strong ProgramRPI #12U.S. News #90Grads earn $60K/yr

$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

Established8 years at Arizona
c•••@arizona.edu

Lauren Lappin

Associate Head Coach

l•••@arizona.edu

Christian Conrad

Assistant Coach

c•••@arizona.edu

Danielle Gibson Whorton

Assistant Coach

d•••@arizona.edu
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Camps & Clinics

Prospect / ID Camp

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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Youth Camp

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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Skills Clinic

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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Skills Clinic

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.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Skills Clinic

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 site

From 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

Recruiting benchmarks for Power 4 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
72 mphMin
75 mphCompetitive
80 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
2.9 secMin
2.7 secCompetitive
2.6 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
65 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.9 secMin
1.8 secCompetitive
1.7 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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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.

Arizona 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers24
Catchers12
Infielders14
Outfielders14
Utility20

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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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Very Competitive

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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Quick Facts

Division
D1
Conference
Big 12
State
AZ
Camps Listed
5

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