D1ACC
Very Competitive

Virginia Tech Softball

Hokies

ACC · Blacksburg, VA

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Strong ProgramRPI #19U.S. News #66Grads earn $82K/yr

$15K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $37K

Up to 25

Scholarships

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

86%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $15K

NCAA Tournament 6 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Virginia Tech softball at a glance

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

Conference level
Power Conference
In the job since
2019
Est. in-state year, all in
$30,366
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$51,582Tuition & 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
38,294

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

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
ACC
Location
Blacksburg, VA
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

Coaching Staff

Pete D'Amour

Head Coach

Building7 years at Virginia Tech

Mike Lewis

Associate Head Coach

m•••@vt.edu

Josh Johnson

Assistant Coach

j•••@vt.edu

Huemul Mata

Assistant Coach

MJ Abernathy

Student Assistant Coach

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Camps & Clinics

Team Camp

Fall Team Camps

Date
10/10/2026
Cost
$1,000
Age Group
9th - 12th Grade

Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.

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

  • Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
  • Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
  • Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.

What Virginia Tech Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for Power 4 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
72 mphMin
75 mphCompetitive
80 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
2.9 secMin
2.7 secCompetitive
2.6 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
65 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.9 secMin
1.8 secCompetitive
1.7 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Virginia Tech. 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Virginia Tech softball?

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

Does Virginia Tech offer softball scholarships?

Virginia Tech is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.

When are Virginia Tech softball camps?

Virginia Tech has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at Virginia Tech?

The current head coach is Pete D'Amour. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Very Competitive

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)
$81,698/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$67,377/yr
Median student debt
$21,500
Admission rate
55%

Good 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
$24,953/yr
Students on Pell Grant
15%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1280–1450
ACT range
28–32

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
ACC
State
VA
Camps Listed
1

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