James Madison Softball
James Madison University · Dukes
Sun Belt · Harrisonburg, VA
$14K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $31K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
81%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
WCWS 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
James Madison softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- High Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $26,160
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $43,374Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 29%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 22,758
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Sun Belt
- Location
- Harrisonburg, VA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Loren LaPorte
Head Coach
m•••@jmu.eduJennifer Herzig
Associate Head Coach
h•••@jmu.eduSam Scruggs
Assistant Coach
m•••@jmu.eduLexi Rogers
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Fall Weekly Workouts with the Dukes - Hitting & Pitching
- Date
- 09/15/2026 - 11/17/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
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.
Fall Prospect Camp
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
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
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
What James Madison Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for James Madison. 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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James Madison softball roster outlook
James Madison carries 23 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 6 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 2 | 5 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 3 | 3 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 4 |
| Utility | 0 | 3 |
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 James Madison University softball?
Start by filling out the James Madison University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where James Madison University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does James Madison University offer softball scholarships?
James Madison University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are James Madison University softball camps?
James Madison University has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at James Madison University?
The current head coach is Loren LaPorte. 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)
- $69,954/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $57,438/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,093
- Admission rate
- 72%
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
- $23,322/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 17%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1170–1340
- ACT range
- 24–29
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
- Sun Belt
- State
- VA
- Camps Listed
- 2
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