Dean Softball
Dean College · Bulldogs
GNAC · Franklin, MA
$47K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
54%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $19K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
Dean 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
- $65,718Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 66%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,151
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- GNAC
- Location
- Franklin, MA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
What Dean Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Dean. 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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Sara Fallon
Head Coach
s•••@dean.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Marissa Fabbo
Assistant Coach
m•••@dean.eduGerry DeGasparre
Volunteer Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for Dean.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Dean College softball?
Start by filling out the Dean College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Dean College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Dean College offer softball scholarships?
Dean College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Dean College?
The current head coach is Sara Fallon. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
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)
- $38,109/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $30,046/yr
- Median student debt
- $25,000
- Admission rate
- 74%
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
- $30,684/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
- GNAC
- State
- MA
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