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Carleton Softball

Carleton College · Knights

MIAC · Northfield, MN

Developing ProgramGrads earn $76K/yr

$65K

In-state tuition

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

91%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $17K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Carleton softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. year, all in
$82,167Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
22%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,069

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

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
MIAC
Location
Northfield, MN
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

What Carleton Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D3 contact rules for Carleton. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year

Offers & Commitments

D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.

Key Dates

  • Calls, texts and email: any time
  • January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
  • Recruiting often extends through senior year
  • Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
  • Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Amy Erickson

Head Coach

a•••@carleton.edu
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Tournament Attendance

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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Carleton on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.

Don Battles On
Nov 20, 2026Ontario, CA

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Carleton softball roster outlook

Carleton carries 18 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 6 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (4).

Carleton 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers42
Catchers01
Infielders06
Outfielders23

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.

Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Carleton.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Carleton College softball?

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

Does Carleton College offer softball scholarships?

Carleton College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

Who is the head coach at Carleton College?

The current head coach is Amy Erickson. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Accessible

This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$75,525/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$53,989/yr
Median student debt
$16,750
Admission rate
20%

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
$25,407/yr
Students on Pell Grant
17%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1450–1560
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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Quick Facts

Division
D3
Conference
MIAC
State
MN
Camps Listed
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