D1ACC
Very Competitive

Clemson Softball

Clemson University · Tigers

ACC · Clemson, SC

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Strong ProgramRPI #21U.S. News #50Grads earn $72K/yr

$16K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $39K

Up to 25

Scholarships

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

88%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $13K

NCAA Tournament 6 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Clemson 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
2017
Est. in-state year, all in
$28,426
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$52,370Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
30%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
28,747

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

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
ACC
Location
Clemson, SC
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

Coaching Staff

John Rittman

Head Coach

Established9 years at Clemson
s•••@clemson.edu

Kyle Jamieson

Associate Head Coach • Eighth Season

s•••@clemson.edu

Ryan Wieligman

Assistant Coach • Third Season

r•••@clemson.edu

Katie Robinson

Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator • Second Season

k•••@clemson.edu
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Camps & Clinics

Prospect / ID Camp

Winter Camp | December 5th

Date
12/05/2026
Cost
See registration
Age Group
8th - 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.

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Prospect / ID Camp

Winter Camp | December 6th

Date
12/06/2026
Cost
See registration
Age Group
8th - 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.

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

Prospect / ID Camp

Winter Camp | January 9th

Date
01/09/2027
Cost
See registration
Age Group
8th - 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.

Prospect / ID Camp

Winter Camp | January 10th

Date
01/10/2027
Cost
See registration
Age Group
8th - 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.

Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
  • College camps at your target schools offer the best return on investment — coaches see you on their campus.
  • Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.

What Clemson 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 Clemson. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media

Campus Visits

Official and unofficial visits are allowed from 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year, but a dead period usually covers the first days of September (August 28–September 3 in 2026-27), so visits start once it ends. Walking a campus on your own is allowed anytime.

Offers & Commitments

No recruiting conversations, so no verbal offers, before 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year; verbal offers are not binding. A school can't put an aid offer in writing until August 1 of senior year. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)

Key Dates

  • 1 p.m. Central, September 1 of junior year — calls, texts, emails and DMs open; visits follow after the early-September dead period
  • August 1 of senior year — a school may put an aid offer in writing
  • Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Clemson University softball?

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

Does Clemson University offer softball scholarships?

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

When are Clemson University softball camps?

Clemson University has 4 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at Clemson University?

The current head coach is John Rittman. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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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)
$71,513/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$58,311/yr
Median student debt
$21,500
Admission rate
38%

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
$22,253/yr
Students on Pell Grant
15%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1240–1410
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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Division
D1
Conference
ACC
State
SC
Camps Listed
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