Lions Softball
Columbia University
Ivy League · New York, NY
$69K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
95%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $17K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Ivy League
- Location
- New York, NY
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Jennifer Teague
Head Coach
j•••@columbia.eduAndrea Bombace
Assistant Coach
A•••@columbia.eduSarah Gunderson
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
6th Annual Lions Pride Elite Prospect Camp
- Date
- 10/18/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
What Columbia Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Columbia. 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 Columbia University softball?
Start by filling out the Columbia University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Columbia University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Columbia University offer softball scholarships?
Columbia University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Columbia University softball camps?
Columbia University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Columbia University?
The current head coach is Jennifer Teague. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $102,491/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $88,535/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,500
- Admission rate
- 4%
Consider ROI — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $21,590/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 23%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1510–1580
- ACT range
- 34–35
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
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- Conference
- Ivy League
- State
- NY
- Camps Listed
- 1
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