Cardinal Softball
Stanford University
ACC · Stanford, CA
$62K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
93%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $20K
WCWS 2 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- ACC
- Location
- Stanford, CA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Stanford Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Stanford. 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
Jessica Allister
Head Coach
Jessica Merchant
Jessica Mendoza Associate Head Softball Coach
s•••@stanford.eduDanielle O'Toole-Trejo
Assistant Coach
d•••@stanford.eduJolene Henderson
Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Stanford University softball?
Start by filling out the Stanford University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Stanford University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Stanford University offer softball scholarships?
Stanford University 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 Stanford University?
The current head coach is Jessica Allister. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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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)
- $124,080/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $102,887/yr
- Median student debt
- $12,000
- Admission rate
- 4%
Consider ROI — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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