University of Pennsylvania Softball
Ivy League · Philadelphia, PA
$66K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
97%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $18K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Ivy League
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Pennsylvania Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Pennsylvania. 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
Christie Novatin
Head Coach
s•••@dria.upenn.eduKristin Hallam
Assistant Coach
s•••@dria.upenn.eduLaurin Krings
Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Pennsylvania on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for Pennsylvania.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Pennsylvania softball?
Start by filling out the University of Pennsylvania recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Pennsylvania coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Pennsylvania offer softball scholarships?
University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
The current head coach is Christie Novatin. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Quick Facts
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Ivy League
- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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