Pittsburgh Softball
University of Pittsburgh · Panthers
ACC · Pittsburgh, PA
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$22K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $40K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
84%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Pittsburgh softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Power Conference
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $34,944
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $53,310Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 37%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 34,525
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- ACC
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Jenny Allard
Head Coach
j•••@athletics.pitt.eduLacy Schurr
Associate Head Coach, Softball
l•••@athletics.pitt.eduJordan Dail
Assistant Coach, Softball
j•••@athletics.pitt.eduLexi Godwin
Assistant Coach, Softball
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Camps & Clinics
Fall Hitting Academy
- Date
- 09/21/2026 - 11/30/2026
- 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 Pitching Academy
- Date
- 09/21/2026 - 11/30/2026
- 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.
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- Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.
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What Pittsburgh Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Pittsburgh. 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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Tournament Attendance
ExclusiveListed by the organizer
Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Pittsburgh on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
Attended in past seasons
Events already played where the organizer listed Pittsburgh as attending. A guide to where this program tends to recruit — not a commitment to this year's schedule.
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Pittsburgh softball roster outlook
Pittsburgh carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 5 |
| Catchers | 0 | 5 |
| Infielders | 1 | 8 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 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 University of Pittsburgh softball?
Start by filling out the University of Pittsburgh recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Pittsburgh coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Pittsburgh offer softball scholarships?
University of Pittsburgh is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are University of Pittsburgh softball camps?
University of Pittsburgh has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of Pittsburgh?
The current head coach is Jenny Allard. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $66,125/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $54,240/yr
- Median student debt
- $24,250
- Admission rate
- 58%
Average 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
- $30,434/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 14%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1280–1460
- ACT range
- 29–33
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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- Conference
- ACC
- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- 2
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