D1Summit
Competitive

St. Thomas Softball

University of St. Thomas · Tommies

Summit · Saint Paul, MN

Solid ProgramGrads earn $74K/yr

$52K

In-state tuition

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

75%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $13K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

St. Thomas softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.

Conference level
Mid-Major
Est. year, all in
$65,216Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
32%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
9,121

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
Summit
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

Coaching Staff

Jennifer Trotter

Head Coach

j•••@stthomas.edu

Jen Walter

Assistant Coach

j•••@stthomas.edu

Kristi Villar

Assistant Coach

v•••@stthomas.edu
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Camps & Clinics

Prospect / ID Camp

UST College Coaches Camp

Date
October 11th, 2026
Cost
See registration
Age Group
7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026

Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Skills Clinic

UST Advanced Hitting and Pitching Camps

Date
January 10th, 2027
Cost
See registration
Age Group
9th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026

Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Skills Clinic

UST Skills and Pitching Camp

Date
January 24th, 2027
Cost
See registration
Age Group
7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026

Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
  • Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
  • Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.

What St. Thomas Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for Mid-Major programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
61 mphMin
64 mphCompetitive
68 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
69 mphMin
72 mphCompetitive
76 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3 secMin
2.8 secCompetitive
2.7 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
63 mphMin
68 mphCompetitive
72 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.95 secMin
1.85 secCompetitive
1.75 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for St. Thomas. 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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St. Thomas softball roster outlook

St. Thomas carries 23 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 10 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.

St. Thomas 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers32
Catchers23
Infielders32
Outfielders12
Utility14

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 St. Thomas softball?

Start by filling out the University of St. Thomas recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of St. Thomas coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does University of St. Thomas offer softball scholarships?

University of St. Thomas 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 St. Thomas softball camps?

University of St. Thomas has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at University of St. Thomas?

The current head coach is Jennifer Trotter. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

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)
$73,739/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$62,412/yr
Median student debt
$23,250
Admission rate
85%

Consider ROI — 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
$29,155/yr
Students on Pell Grant
22%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1260–1423
ACT range
25–30

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
Summit
State
MN
Camps Listed
3

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