Villanova Softball
Villanova University · Wildcats
Big East · Villanova, PA
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$65K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
92%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $17K
NCAA Tournament 3 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Villanova 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. year, all in
- $81,597Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 26%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 10,111
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big East
- Location
- Villanova, PA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Bridget Orchard
Head Coach
b•••@villanova.eduGabby Luety
Associate Head Coach (Hitting)
g•••@villanova.eduGrace Fagan
Assistant Coach (Pitching)
g•••@villanova.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Camps & Clinics
Prospect Camp
- Date
- 10/12/2026
- Cost
- $100 - $275
- Age Group
- 8th Grade - 12th Grade
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Villanova, PA, Oct 12–Oct 13. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
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What Villanova Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Villanova. 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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Villanova softball roster outlook
Villanova carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 5 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 2 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 2 |
| Utility | 0 | 2 |
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 Villanova University softball?
Start by filling out the Villanova University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Villanova University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Villanova University offer softball scholarships?
Villanova University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Villanova University softball camps?
Villanova University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Villanova University?
The current head coach is Bridget Orchard. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $100,423/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $84,905/yr
- Median student debt
- $25,874
- Admission rate
- 27%
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
- $43,756/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 12%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1395–1510
- ACT range
- 32–34
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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- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- 1
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