Flyers Softball
University of Dayton
Atlantic 10 · Dayton, OH
$48K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
82%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $16K
NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Atlantic 10
- Location
- Dayton, OH
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Dayton Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Dayton. 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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Coaching Staff
Cara Clark
Head Coach
f•••@udayton.eduElle Buffenbarger
Assistant Coach
e•••@udayton.eduAmanda Greenfield
Assistant Coach
a•••@udayton.eduMaddi Banks
Assistant Coach
m•••@udayton.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for Dayton.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Dayton softball?
Start by filling out the University of Dayton recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Dayton coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Dayton offer softball scholarships?
University of Dayton is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
Who is the head coach at University of Dayton?
The current head coach is Cara Clark. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $75,537/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $62,477/yr
- Median student debt
- $23,250
- Admission rate
- 65%
Consider ROI — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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Quick Facts
- Division
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- Conference
- Atlantic 10
- State
- OH
- Camps Listed
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