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Catholic Softball

Catholic University · Cardinals

Landmark · Washington, DC

Developing ProgramGrads earn $73K/yr

$58K

In-state tuition

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

79%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $17K

Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.

Catholic softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. year, all in
$75,748Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
35%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
5,171

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
Landmark
Location
Washington, DC
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

What Catholic Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D3 contact rules for Catholic. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year

Offers & Commitments

D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.

Key Dates

  • Calls, texts and email: any time
  • January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
  • Recruiting often extends through senior year
  • Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
  • Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Sophie Maccarone

Head Coach

m•••@cua.edu

Verified against the school's athletics site

Lauren Keys

Assistant Coach

k•••@cua.edu

Morgan Zamora

Assistant Coach

g•••@cua.edu

Allie Lajeunesse

Assistant Coach

l•••@cua.edu
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Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Catholic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Catholic University softball?

Start by filling out the Catholic University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Catholic University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Catholic University offer softball scholarships?

Catholic University is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

Who is the head coach at Catholic University?

The current head coach is Sophie Maccarone. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Accessible

This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$73,250/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$63,217/yr
Median student debt
$26,000
Admission rate
83%

Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$29,561/yr

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.

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Quick Facts

Division
D3
Conference
Landmark
State
DC
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